Contradiction with Deuteronomy 7:6
This verse emphasizes the Israelites as a single chosen people, while 1 Kings 11:30 foreshadows the division of Israel into separate kingdoms.
Deuteronomy 7:6: For thou [art] an holy people unto the LORD thy God: the LORD thy God hath chosen thee to be a special people unto himself, above all people that [are] upon the face of the earth.
Contradiction with Matthew 12:25
This verse states that a house divided against itself will not stand, contrasting with 1 Kings 11:30 where a divided Israel is prophesied.
Matthew 12:25: And Jesus knew their thoughts, and said unto them, Every kingdom divided against itself is brought to desolation; and every city or house divided against itself shall not stand:
Contradiction with Psalm 133:1
This verse speaks to the goodness and pleasantness of unity among brethren, which contradicts the impending division highlighted in 1 Kings 11:30.
Psalm 133:1: [A Song of degrees of David.] Behold, how good and how pleasant [it is] for brethren to dwell together in unity! [together...: Heb. even together]
Contradiction with John 17:21
Jesus prays for unity among believers, which contrasts with the division of the kingdom implied in 1 Kings 11:30.
John 17:21: That they all may be one; as thou, Father, [art] in me, and I in thee, that they also may be one in us: that the world may believe that thou hast sent me.
Contradiction with Ephesians 4:3
This verse stresses maintaining the unity of the spirit in peace, differing from the division indicated in 1 Kings 11:30.
Ephesians 4:3: Endeavouring to keep the unity of the Spirit in the bond of peace.
Paradox #1
The potential contradiction in 1 Kings 11:30 could stem from the idea of divine intervention affecting free will. If God intervenes directly in human affairs, as an act of prophecy, it might conflict with the notion of humans having the freedom to make their own choices. This could raise questions about the fairness and justice of predetermined outcomes versus personal responsibility and accountability.