Contradiction with John 18:20
Jesus states that he spoke openly to the world, contradicting the secrecy implied in 1 Kings 18:10 regarding hiding prophets.
John 18:20: Jesus answered him, I spake openly to the world; I ever taught in the synagogue, and in the temple, whither the Jews always resort; and in secret have I said nothing.
Contradiction with Matthew 28:19-20
Jesus commands disciples to teach all nations, which conflicts with the notion of hiding seen in 1 Kings 18:10.
Matthew 28:19-20: Go ye therefore, and teach all nations, baptizing them in the name of the Father, and of the Son, and of the Holy Ghost: [teach...: or, make disciples, or, Christians of all nations]
Contradiction with Acts 4:20
The apostles declare they cannot stop speaking about what they have seen and heard, opposing the hidden prophets situation of 1 Kings 18:10.
Acts 4:20: For we cannot but speak the things which we have seen and heard.
Paradox #1
Historical records about the reigns of kings and significant figures during the biblical period might not always align perfectly with archaeological findings or external sources from other civilizations. Inconsistencies could arise when specific individuals, events, or timelines mentioned in the Bible are difficult to verify or lack corroborative evidence from other historical resources or records of nearby cultures from that era.