Contradiction with 1 John 1:5
Declares God as light with no darkness, contrasting Ahab's evil actions as described in 1 Kings 16:30.
1 John 1:5: This then is the message which we have heard of him, and declare unto you, that God is light, and in him is no darkness at all.
Contradiction with Proverbs 14:34
States that righteousness exalts a nation, opposing the notion of Ahab's reign being marked by evil deeds.
Proverbs 14:34: Righteousness exalteth a nation: but sin [is] a reproach to any people. [to any...: Heb. to nations]
Contradiction with Isaiah 5:20
Warns against calling evil good and good evil, contradicting Ahab's actions which were portrayed as evil.
Isaiah 5:20: Woe unto them that call evil good, and good evil; that put darkness for light, and light for darkness; that put bitter for sweet, and sweet for bitter! [call...: Heb. say concerning evil, It is good, etc]
Contradiction with Psalm 37:27
Advises to depart from evil and do good, conflicting with Ahab's continuation in evil.
Psalm 37:27: Depart from evil, and do good; and dwell for evermore.
Contradiction with Micah 6:8
Exhorts to act justly, love mercy, and walk humbly with God, which is at odds with Ahab's behavior described as evil.
Micah 6:8: He hath shewed thee, O man, what [is] good; and what doth the LORD require of thee, but to do justly, and to love mercy, and to walk humbly with thy God? [walk...: Heb. humble thyself to walk]
Paradox #1
The potential doctrinal conflict involves the nature of evil and human responsibility. In 1 Kings 16:30, a king is described as being particularly evil. This raises questions about God's justice and the role of free will if God allows such an evil ruler. It challenges how God's allowance of evil can be reconciled with His goodness and justice.