Contradictions and Paradoxes in 1 Kings 11:22

Check out Contradictions Catalog of 1 Kings 11:22 for the comprehensive list of verses that contradicts 1 Kings 11:22. Some key contradictions and paradoxes are described below.

According to the author of 1 Kings, Pharaoh is asking someone why they want to leave when they have everything they need. The person replies that they have no complaints but still want to go back home.

1 Kings 11:22: Then Pharaoh said unto him, But what hast thou lacked with me, that, behold, thou seekest to go to thine own country? And he answered, Nothing: howbeit let me go in any wise. [Nothing: Heb. Not]

Contradiction with Exodus 20:12

This verse advises honoring one's father and mother, while 1 Kings 11:22 suggests a departure from parental land.

Exodus 20:12: Honour thy father and thy mother: that thy days may be long upon the land which the LORD thy God giveth thee.

Contradiction with Luke 18:29-30

This verse promises rewards for leaving family for God's kingdom, but 1 Kings 11:22 questions leaving one's own family to return to Egypt.

Luke 18:29-30: And he said unto them, Verily I say unto you, There is no man that hath left house, or parents, or brethren, or wife, or children, for the kingdom of God's sake,

Contradiction with Proverbs 3:5-6

This verse encourages trusting in the Lord's guidance, contrasting 1 Kings 11:22 where the king questions the wisdom of the prince's decision.

Proverbs 3:5-6: Trust in the LORD with all thine heart; and lean not unto thine own understanding.

Contradiction with Ephesians 6:1-3

This verse advocates for obedience to parents, contrasting with 1 Kings 11:22 which involves leaving parental authority and land.

Ephesians 6:1-3: Children, obey your parents in the Lord: for this is right.
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