Contradiction with Matthew 5:44
1 Kings 18:17 depicts confrontation and accusation, whereas Matthew 5:44 advises loving and praying for one's enemies, promoting reconciliation rather than blame.
Matthew 5:44: But I say unto you, Love your enemies, bless them that curse you, do good to them that hate you, and pray for them which despitefully use you, and persecute you;
Contradiction with Romans 12:18
Romans 12:18 encourages living peaceably with all, contrasting with the direct and contentious encounter in 1 Kings 18:17.
Romans 12:18: If it be possible, as much as lieth in you, live peaceably with all men.
Contradiction with James 1:19
James 1:19 advises being slow to speak and slow to anger, which contrasts with the immediate accusatory tone in 1 Kings 18:17.
James 1:19: Wherefore, my beloved brethren, let every man be swift to hear, slow to speak, slow to wrath:
Contradiction with Proverbs 15:1
Proverbs 15:1 recommends giving a soft answer to turn away wrath, opposing the sharp exchange in 1 Kings 18:17.
Proverbs 15:1: A soft answer turneth away wrath: but grievous words stir up anger.
Contradiction with Ephesians 4:26
Ephesians 4:26 warns against sinning in anger, while the exchange in 1 Kings 18:17 is marked by anger and conflict.
Ephesians 4:26: Be ye angry, and sin not: let not the sun go down upon your wrath: