Contradictions and Paradoxes in 1 Kings 11:37

Check out Contradictions Catalog of 1 Kings 11:37 for the comprehensive list of verses that contradicts 1 Kings 11:37. Some key contradictions and paradoxes are described below.

According to the author of 1 Kings, God promised Jeroboam that he would become the king of Israel and rule just like he wanted. This was part of God's plan to give Jeroboam a special job and make him a leader.

1 Kings 11:37: And I will take thee, and thou shalt reign according to all that thy soul desireth, and shalt be king over Israel.

Contradiction with 1 Chronicles 22:10

This verse states that Solomon would build the house for God's name and God will establish the throne of his kingdom forever, which contradicts 1 Kings 11:37 since it involves giving a part of the kingdom to someone else.

1 Chronicles 22:10: He shall build an house for my name; and he shall be my son, and I [will be] his father; and I will establish the throne of his kingdom over Israel for ever.

Contradiction with 1 Samuel 15:28

This verse declares that the kingdom is torn from Saul and given to his neighbor, implying the kingdom is taken due to disobedience, contradicting the notion of God's promise or stability in leadership as in 1 Kings 11:37.

1 Samuel 15:28: And Samuel said unto him, The LORD hath rent the kingdom of Israel from thee this day, and hath given it to a neighbour of thine, [that is] better than thou.

Contradiction with Jeremiah 33:17

This verse promises that David will never fail to have a man sit on the throne of Israel, contradicting 1 Kings 11:37, where part of the kingdom is given away and the stability of David’s throne is not maintained.

Jeremiah 33:17: For thus saith the LORD; David shall never want a man to sit upon the throne of the house of Israel; [David...: Heb. There shall not be cut off from David]
← 1 Kings 11:36
Share
1 Kings 11:38 →
Disclaimer: The content provided at PolarBible.com is for educational purposes only. Readers have the full right to agree or disagree with the interpretations and conclusions presented. We take no responsibility for any actions or decisions taken based on the information shared as Polar Verses.