Contradictions and Paradoxes in 1 Chronicles 29:1

Check out Contradictions Catalog of 1 Chronicles 29:1 for the comprehensive list of verses that contradicts 1 Chronicles 29:1. Some key contradictions and paradoxes are described below.

According to the Chronicler, King David told everyone that God had picked his young son Solomon to do a big and important job because the palace they were building was really for God, not for people. David wanted everyone to understand that even though Solomon was young, God had chosen him for this special task.

1 Chronicles 29:1: Furthermore David the king said unto all the congregation, Solomon my son, whom alone God hath chosen, [is yet] young and tender, and the work [is] great: for the palace [is] not for man, but for the LORD God.

Contradiction with Proverbs 3:5

While 1 Chronicles 29:1 emphasizes the greatness of Solomon and his responsibility for building the temple, Proverbs 3:5 advises trusting in the Lord rather than relying on one's own understanding or abilities.

Proverbs 3:5: Trust in the LORD with all thine heart; and lean not unto thine own understanding.

Contradiction with Jeremiah 9:23-24

1 Chronicles 29:1 highlights Solomon's capabilities and status, whereas Jeremiah 9:23-24 warns against boasting in wisdom or might and instead promotes understanding and knowing God as the true source of pride.

Jeremiah 9:23-24: Thus saith the LORD, Let not the wise [man] glory in his wisdom, neither let the mighty [man] glory in his might, let not the rich [man] glory in his riches:

Contradiction with Matthew 6:19-21

1 Chronicles 29:1 involves preparations for a grand physical temple, while Matthew 6:19-21 instructs storing up treasures in heaven rather than on earth, suggesting a spiritual focus over material.

Matthew 6:19-21: Lay not up for yourselves treasures upon earth, where moth and rust doth corrupt, and where thieves break through and steal:
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