Contradictions and Paradoxes in 1 Kings 17:15

Check out Contradictions Catalog of 1 Kings 17:15 for the comprehensive list of verses that contradicts 1 Kings 17:15. Some key contradictions and paradoxes are described below.

According to the author of the book of 1 Kings, this verse shows that when the woman listened to Elijah and did what he said, God made sure there was enough food for her, Elijah, and her family for a long time. This teaches that trusting and obeying God can bring blessings.

1 Kings 17:15: And she went and did according to the saying of Elijah: and she, and he, and her house, did eat [many] days. [many...: or, a full year]

Contradiction with Proverbs 13:18

Explains how poverty and shame come to those who refuse instruction, contrasting with the divine provision in 1 Kings 17:15.

Proverbs 13:18: Poverty and shame [shall be to] him that refuseth instruction: but he that regardeth reproof shall be honoured.

Contradiction with Matthew 6:31-33

Suggests seeking God's kingdom first for provision, while 1 Kings 17:15 shows immediate provision after obedience.

Matthew 6:31-33: Therefore take no thought, saying, What shall we eat? or, What shall we drink? or, Wherewithal shall we be clothed?

Contradiction with Psalm 37:25

States righteous will not be forsaken or begging bread, while 1 Kings 17:15 involves miraculous provision amidst famine, suggesting prior lack.

Psalm 37:25: I have been young, and [now] am old; yet have I not seen the righteous forsaken, nor his seed begging bread.

Contradiction with 2 Thessalonians 3:10

Implies necessity to work for sustenance, contrasting with the miraculous sustenance provided in 1 Kings 17:15.

2 Thessalonians 3:10: For even when we were with you, this we commanded you, that if any would not work, neither should he eat.

Contradiction with Luke 12:24

Encourages reliance on God as provider, akin to the ravens, which contrasts 1 Kings 17:15 where human obedience precedes provision.

Luke 12:24: Consider the ravens: for they neither sow nor reap; which neither have storehouse nor barn; and God feedeth them: how much more are ye better than the fowls?
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