Contradiction with Proverbs 16:9
This verse suggests that a man may plan his way, but the Lord directs his steps, implying human agency and God's guidance coexisting, which seems to differ from the notion of God's direct causation in 1 Kings 12:15.
Proverbs 16:9: A man's heart deviseth his way: but the LORD directeth his steps.
Contradiction with James 1:13
This verse states that God does not tempt anyone to do evil, which contradicts the idea in 1 Kings 12:15 that God was behind the events leading to Rehoboam's harshness and Israel's rebellion.
James 1:13: Let no man say when he is tempted, I am tempted of God: for God cannot be tempted with evil, neither tempteth he any man: [evil: or, evils]
Contradiction with Jeremiah 29:11
This verse reflects the idea that God has plans to prosper and not to harm, which contrasts with the events in 1 Kings 12:15, where God's involvement leads to a divisive outcome for Israel.
Jeremiah 29:11: For I know the thoughts that I think toward you, saith the LORD, thoughts of peace, and not of evil, to give you an expected end. [expected...: Heb. end and expectation]
Contradiction with 2 Peter 3:9
This verse indicates that God is not willing for any to perish but wants everyone to come to repentance, which seems opposite to the divine intention implied in 1 Kings 12:15 leading to a schism.
2 Peter 3:9: The Lord is not slack concerning his promise, as some men count slackness; but is longsuffering to us-ward, not willing that any should perish, but that all should come to repentance.
Contradiction with Isaiah 55:8-9
This conveys that God's ways and thoughts are higher than humans and typically beyond human comprehension, which contradicts the straightforward cause-effect portrayal of divine intervention in 1 Kings 12:15.
Isaiah 55:8-9: For my thoughts [are] not your thoughts, neither [are] your ways my ways, saith the LORD.
Paradox #1
The contradiction or inconsistency with this verse could relate to differing accounts of how the division of the Israelite kingdom into the northern and southern kingdoms occurred. Some might point to inconsistencies between the books of Kings and Chronicles regarding the political and religious motivations or actions of key figures during this split. These accounts might portray events or characters in slightly different lights, leading to questions about historical accuracy or bias in the narratives.Please note that interpretations of such contradictions can vary widely based on theological perspectives.
Paradox #2
The contradiction or conflict in this context might be that it suggests God influenced a decision that led to division and conflict among people. This raises questions about free will and why God would guide people towards discord rather than unity.