Contradictions and Paradoxes in 1 Kings 18:17

Check out Contradictions Catalog of 1 Kings 18:17 for the comprehensive list of verses that contradicts 1 Kings 18:17. Some key contradictions and paradoxes are described below.

According to the author of 1 Kings, Ahab thought Elijah was causing problems for Israel. But, Elijah was actually trying to help the people remember God.

1 Kings 18:17: And it came to pass, when Ahab saw Elijah, that Ahab said unto him, [Art] thou he that troubleth Israel?

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:
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