Contradiction with Proverbs 3:5
This verse emphasizes trust in the Lord rather than relying on human alliances, in contrast to making a political alliance as seen in 1 Kings 15:19.
Proverbs 3:5: Trust in the LORD with all thine heart; and lean not unto thine own understanding.
Contradiction with Isaiah 31:1
This warns against seeking help from other nations instead of relying on God, opposing the alliance-making in 1 Kings 15:19.
Isaiah 31:1: Woe to them that go down to Egypt for help; and stay on horses, and trust in chariots, because [they are] many; and in horsemen, because they are very strong; but they look not unto the Holy One of Israel, neither seek the LORD!
Contradiction with Jeremiah 17:5
It highlights the curse on trusting in man, contradicting the political reliance depicted in 1 Kings 15:19.
Jeremiah 17:5: Thus saith the LORD; Cursed [be] the man that trusteth in man, and maketh flesh his arm, and whose heart departeth from the LORD.
Contradiction with Psalm 118:8-9
It advises trusting in the Lord over placing confidence in princes, opposing the actions in 1 Kings 15:19.
Psalm 118:8-9: [It is] better to trust in the LORD than to put confidence in man.
Contradiction with 2 Chronicles 16:7-9
This rebuke for relying on an alliance rather than God contrasts with the alliance sought in 1 Kings 15:19.
2 Chronicles 16:7-9: And at that time Hanani the seer came to Asa king of Judah, and said unto him, Because thou hast relied on the king of Syria, and not relied on the LORD thy God, therefore is the host of the king of Syria escaped out of thine hand.
Paradox #1
This verse involves a political alliance to maintain peace, which might contradict other teachings about relying on God rather than human alliances. It raises questions about faith versus political strategy.