Contradictions and Paradoxes in 1 Chronicles 12:18

Check out Contradictions Catalog of 1 Chronicles 12:18 for the comprehensive list of verses that contradicts 1 Chronicles 12:18. Some key contradictions and paradoxes are described below.

According to the author of 1 Chronicles, this verse shows how God's spirit helped Amasai understand that David was a good leader he should support. It also teaches that when God is with someone, it brings peace and makes people want to help them.

1 Chronicles 12:18: Then the spirit came upon Amasai, [who was] chief of the captains, [and he said], Thine [are we], David, and on thy side, thou son of Jesse: peace, peace [be] unto thee, and peace [be] to thine helpers; for thy God helpeth thee. Then David received them, and made them captains of the band. [came...: Heb. clothed]

Contradiction with Matthew 5:44

1 Chronicles 12:18 speaks of God's peaceful union with David, while Matthew 5:44 emphasizes loving and praying for enemies, portraying a broader view of peace beyond alliances for war.

Matthew 5:44: But I say unto you, Love your enemies, bless them that curse you, do good to them that hate you, and pray for them which despitefully use you, and persecute you;

Contradiction with Exodus 23:22

1 Chronicles 12:18 shows God blessing David's union, while Exodus 23:22 promises God's defense if people obey Him, highlighting obedience over alliances.

Exodus 23:22: But if thou shalt indeed obey his voice, and do all that I speak; then I will be an enemy unto thine enemies, and an adversary unto thine adversaries. [an adversary...: or, I will afflict them that afflict thee]

Contradiction with James 4:4

1 Chronicles 12:18 involves a supportive alliance with David, yet James 4:4 warns against friendship with the world as enmity with God, offering a different perspective on allegiances.

James 4:4: Ye adulterers and adulteresses, know ye not that the friendship of the world is enmity with God? whosoever therefore will be a friend of the world is the enemy of God.

Contradiction with Isaiah 31:1

1 Chronicles 12:18 recounts God being with David in alliances, whereas Isaiah 31:1 warns against relying on human alliances instead of God.

Isaiah 31:1: Woe to them that go down to Egypt for help; and stay on horses, and trust in chariots, because [they are] many; and in horsemen, because they are very strong; but they look not unto the Holy One of Israel, neither seek the LORD!
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