Contradictions and Paradoxes in 1 Kings 11:12

Check out Contradictions Catalog of 1 Kings 11:12 for the comprehensive list of verses that contradicts 1 Kings 11:12. Some key contradictions and paradoxes are described below.

According to the author of 1 Kings, God told Solomon that He would not take away the kingdom during Solomon's lifetime because of his father, David. However, God said He would take it away from Solomon's son instead.

1 Kings 11:12: Notwithstanding in thy days I will not do it for David thy father's sake: [but] I will rend it out of the hand of thy son.

Contradiction with 1 Samuel 15:29

This verse states that God does not lie or repent, yet 1 Kings 11:12 suggests a change in divine course for the sake of David, implying a form of reconsideration.

1 Samuel 15:29: And also the Strength of Israel will not lie nor repent: for he [is] not a man, that he should repent. [Strength: or, Eternity, or, Victory]

Contradiction with 2 Kings 20:1-6

God initially tells Hezekiah he will die but then extends his life, showing God's actions are flexible; whereas 1 Kings 11:12 suggests divine judgment is deferred only out of respect for David.

2 Kings 20:1-6: In those days was Hezekiah sick unto death. And the prophet Isaiah the son of Amoz came to him, and said unto him, Thus saith the LORD, Set thine house in order; for thou shalt die, and not live. [Set...: Heb. Give charge concerning thine house]

Paradox #1

The contradiction in 1 Kings 11:12 could be seen in the idea of punishing future generations for the actions of their ancestors. This might seem unfair because it suggests that children or descendants suffer consequences for something they didn't do themselves. This raises questions about justice and personal responsibility.

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