Contradiction with 1 Kings 11:6
While 1 Chronicles 18:14 describes David reigning over all Israel and executing judgment and justice, 1 Kings 11:6 specifies that Solomon, David's son, did evil in the sight of the LORD, contrasting with the image of a just kingdom.
1 Kings 11:6: And Solomon did evil in the sight of the LORD, and went not fully after the LORD, as [did] David his father. [went...: Heb. fulfilled not after]
Contradiction with 2 Samuel 11:15-17
This passage contrasts with the depiction of David's justice and fairness in 1 Chronicles 18:14, presenting David orchestrating the death of Uriah the Hittite, which is an act of injustice.
2 Samuel 11:15-17: And he wrote in the letter, saying, Set ye Uriah in the forefront of the hottest battle, and retire ye from him, that he may be smitten, and die. [hottest: Heb. strong] [from him: Heb. from after him]
Contradiction with 2 Samuel 12:9-10
God confronts David through Nathan for his sin against Uriah, contradicting the idea of David only executing justice and judgment.
2 Samuel 12:9-10: Wherefore hast thou despised the commandment of the LORD, to do evil in his sight? thou hast killed Uriah the Hittite with the sword, and hast taken his wife [to be] thy wife, and hast slain him with the sword of the children of Ammon.
Contradiction with Hosea 13:11
The verse reflects God's anger with Israel's kings, implying a condemnation which contrasts with the portrayal of David as a righteous ruler in 1 Chronicles 18:14.
Hosea 13:11: I gave thee a king in mine anger, and took [him] away in my wrath.
Contradiction with 1 Samuel 8:11-18
These verses depict the negative aspects of kingship that Samuel warns about, contrasting the ideal rule described in 1 Chronicles 18:14.
1 Samuel 8:11-18: And he said, This will be the manner of the king that shall reign over you: He will take your sons, and appoint [them] for himself, for his chariots, and [to be] his horsemen; and [some] shall run before his chariots.
Paradox #1
1 Chronicles 18:14 talks about David's reign and his justice and righteousness. A potential contradiction could be that other parts of the Bible, like 2 Samuel, also describe David's rule but include his moral failings and controversies, such as his affair with Bathsheba and the resulting consequences. This might present a contrast in how his leadership is characterized across different texts.
Paradox #2
The contradiction in this verse might arise from the idea of enforcing justice and righteousness through warfare or conquest, which can seem inconsistent when considering teachings that emphasize peace and compassion. This could be seen as a conflict between the methods of leadership and the ideals of moral behavior.