Contradiction with 2 Samuel 19:11-12
These verses discuss David sending messages to the elders of Judah to bring him back as king, emphasizing unity, while 1 Kings 1:10 highlights division through selective invitations by Adonijah.
2 Samuel 19:11-12: And king David sent to Zadok and to Abiathar the priests, saying, Speak unto the elders of Judah, saying, Why are ye the last to bring the king back to his house? seeing the speech of all Israel is come to the king, [even] to his house.
Contradiction with Matthew 23:12
This verse states, "And whosoever shall exalt himself shall be abased; and he that shall humble himself shall be exalted," contradicting Adonijah's self-exaltation in 1 Kings 1:10.
Matthew 23:12: And whosoever shall exalt himself shall be abased; and he that shall humble himself shall be exalted.
Contradiction with Proverbs 16:18
The verse "Pride goeth before destruction, and an haughty spirit before a fall," contradicts Adonijah's actions in 1 Kings 1:10 since his pride led to his downfall.
Proverbs 16:18: Pride [goeth] before destruction, and an haughty spirit before a fall.
Contradiction with James 4:10
"Humble yourselves in the sight of the Lord, and he shall lift you up." This contradicts Adonijah's attempt to elevate himself as king in 1 Kings 1:10 without divine approval.
James 4:10: Humble yourselves in the sight of the Lord, and he shall lift you up.
Contradiction with Psalm 75:6-7
These verses explain that exaltation comes not from the east, west, or south, but from God, which contradicts Adonijah's attempt to seize power in 1 Kings 1:10 through human means.
Psalm 75:6-7: For promotion [cometh] neither from the east, nor from the west, nor from the south. [south: Heb. desert]