Contradiction with Exodus 20:4
1 Kings 13:7 involves a king offering hospitality, while Exodus 20:4 warns against idolatry, which can arise from accepting a king's gifts and favors.
Exodus 20:4: Thou shalt not make unto thee any graven image, or any likeness [of any thing] that [is] in heaven above, or that [is] in the earth beneath, or that [is] in the water under the earth:
Contradiction with 2 Corinthians 6:14
1 Kings 13:7 shows an offer of fellowship between a prophet and a king, while 2 Corinthians 6:14 advises against partnerships with unbelievers.
2 Corinthians 6:14: Be ye not unequally yoked together with unbelievers: for what fellowship hath righteousness with unrighteousness? and what communion hath light with darkness?
Contradiction with Proverbs 25:6
1 Kings 13:7 involves an invitation to dine with a king, while Proverbs 25:6 advises not to seek the king's presence presumptuously.
Proverbs 25:6: Put not forth thyself in the presence of the king, and stand not in the place of great [men]: [Put...: Heb. Set not out thy glory]
Contradiction with Matthew 10:14
1 Kings 13:7 includes an offer to stay, whereas Matthew 10:14 instructs to leave and shake off the dust if unwelcome, hinting at refusal of offers.
Matthew 10:14: And whosoever shall not receive you, nor hear your words, when ye depart out of that house or city, shake off the dust of your feet.
Contradiction with John 6:15
1 Kings 13:7 shows a king's favorable offer, while in John 6:15, Jesus withdrew from being made king, showing rejection of earthly kingship.
John 6:15: When Jesus therefore perceived that they would come and take him by force, to make him a king, he departed again into a mountain himself alone.
Paradox #1
The potential contradiction in this situation might arise from the actions of the old prophet who later deceives the man of God. Initially, the king's offer to the man of God seems generous and hospitable. However, the story develops to show a tension between obeying a direct command from God and being misled by another prophet. This could raise questions about trust, accountability, and the responsibility to verify guidance even if it appears to come from a religious authority.