Contradiction with 2 Chronicles 14:2
Unlike 1 Kings 15:26, which describes an evil reign, this verse highlights Asa's reign as good and pleasing to the Lord.
2 Chronicles 14:2: And Asa did [that which was] good and right in the eyes of the LORD his God:
Contradiction with 1 Samuel 16:7
While 1 Kings 15:26 emphasizes evil actions, this verse emphasizes God's focus on one's heart rather than external actions.
1 Samuel 16:7: But the LORD said unto Samuel, Look not on his countenance, or on the height of his stature; because I have refused him: for [the LORD seeth] not as man seeth; for man looketh on the outward appearance, but the LORD looketh on the heart. [outward...: Heb. eyes]
Contradiction with Proverbs 16:7
This verse suggests that when a person's ways please the Lord, even their enemies are at peace with them, contradicting the evil actions noted in 1 Kings 15:26.
Proverbs 16:7: When a man's ways please the LORD, he maketh even his enemies to be at peace with him.
Contradiction with Isaiah 1:17
Calls for seeking justice and doing good, which directly opposes the evil actions mentioned in 1 Kings 15:26.
Isaiah 1:17: Learn to do well; seek judgment, relieve the oppressed, judge the fatherless, plead for the widow. [relieve: or, righten]
Paradox #1
The potential contradiction in 1 Kings 15:26 could arise when comparing it to verses that emphasize God's grace and forgiveness. This verse talks about doing evil and following in sinful ways, while other parts of the Bible might focus on repentance and redemption. The contradiction could be how evildoing is portrayed here versus the possibility of forgiveness and change in other passages.