Contradiction with Proverbs 19:22
This verse states, "The desire of a man is his kindness: and a poor man is better than a liar," suggesting the value of kindness over desires, which contradicts David's longing desire for the water.
Proverbs 19:22: The desire of a man [is] his kindness: and a poor man [is] better than a liar.
Contradiction with Matthew 6:19
Advises against storing treasures on earth, echoing a broader spiritual principle that contrasts with David's expression of earthly longing or desire for water.
Matthew 6:19: Lay not up for yourselves treasures upon earth, where moth and rust doth corrupt, and where thieves break through and steal:
Contradiction with James 1:14
States that each person is tempted when they are drawn away by their own desires, suggesting that longing desires could lead to temptation, contrasting David's expressed yearning.
James 1:14: But every man is tempted, when he is drawn away of his own lust, and enticed.
Contradiction with Philippians 4:11
Paul speaks of being content in any state, contrasting David's specific longing for water.
Philippians 4:11: Not that I speak in respect of want: for I have learned, in whatsoever state I am, [therewith] to be content.
Paradox #1
1 Chronicles 11:17 might show a contradiction when compared to 2 Samuel 23:15, as both verses describe a similar event involving King David. Some details, like the list of his mighty warriors or specific circumstances, may vary, leading to questions about consistency in the narrative.