Contradictions and Paradoxes in 1 Kings 13:26

Check out Contradictions Catalog of 1 Kings 13:26 for the comprehensive list of verses that contradicts 1 Kings 13:26. Some key contradictions and paradoxes are described below.

According to the author of 1 Kings, the prophet explained that the man who didn't listen to God's command was harmed by a lion because he didn't follow what God said. This shows how important it is to obey God's instructions.

1 Kings 13:26: And when the prophet that brought him back from the way heard [thereof], he said, It [is] the man of God, who was disobedient unto the word of the LORD: therefore the LORD hath delivered him unto the lion, which hath torn him, and slain him, according to the word of the LORD, which he spake unto him. [torn: Heb. broken]

Contradiction with 1 John 4:16

This verse speaks of God's love, which can be seen as contradicting the severe punishment in 1 Kings 13:26.

1 John 4:16: And we have known and believed the love that God hath to us. God is love; and he that dwelleth in love dwelleth in God, and God in him.

Contradiction with Ezekiel 18:32

Highlights that God takes no pleasure in the death of the wicked, contrasting the outcome in 1 Kings 13:26.

Ezekiel 18:32: For I have no pleasure in the death of him that dieth, saith the Lord GOD: wherefore turn [yourselves], and live ye. [yourselves: or, others]

Contradiction with James 1:13

States that God does not tempt anyone, which can be seen as contradictory if considering the events leading up to the prophet's death in 1 Kings 13:26.

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 Psalm 103:8

Describes God as merciful and gracious, slow to anger, which contrasts with the swift judgment in 1 Kings 13:26.

Psalm 103:8: The LORD [is] merciful and gracious, slow to anger, and plenteous in mercy. [plentious...: Heb. great in mercy]

Contradiction with Romans 5:8

Illustrates God’s love and grace through Jesus, which seems different from the consequence of disobedience in 1 Kings 13:26.

Romans 5:8: But God commendeth his love toward us, in that, while we were yet sinners, Christ died for us.

Contradiction with Luke 6:36

Jesus commands to be merciful, as God is, which can contrast with the judgment seen in 1 Kings 13:26.

Luke 6:36: Be ye therefore merciful, as your Father also is merciful.

Paradox #1

The contradiction or inconsistency in this verse might be related to the overall narrative of the chapter, where a prophet from Judah disobeys God's command by being misled by another prophet. There could be confusion or debate about the roles and reliability of prophets, as well as the justice of the punishment received, which might seem inconsistent with the intentions or character of God.

Paradox #2

The moral conflict in this situation could be seen in the idea of divine justice. The prophet was punished for disobedience, even though he was misled by another prophet's lie. This raises questions about fairness and accountability, as it seems harsh to punish someone who was deceived by someone else claiming to have a message from God.

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