Contradictions and Paradoxes in 1 Kings 1:15

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

According to the author of 1 Kings, Bathsheba visited the very old King David in his room, where a young woman named Abishag was taking care of him. This shows that even though King David was old and needed help, his family still cared about what happened to him.

1 Kings 1:15: And Bathsheba went in unto the king into the chamber: and the king was very old; and Abishag the Shunammite ministered unto the king.

Contradiction with Genesis 21:12

The verse portrays God telling Abraham to listen to Sarah about sending Ishmael away. It's a stark contrast in how women influence decisions, unlike Bathsheba’s cautious approach with King David.

Genesis 21:12: And God said unto Abraham, Let it not be grievous in thy sight because of the lad, and because of thy bondwoman; in all that Sarah hath said unto thee, hearken unto her voice; for in Isaac shall thy seed be called.

Contradiction with 1 Samuel 25:19-24

Abigail acting independently and decisively in crisis contrasts with Bathsheba's approach, reflecting a different model of female agency.

1 Samuel 25:19-24: And she said unto her servants, Go on before me; behold, I come after you. But she told not her husband Nabal.

Contradiction with Proverbs 31:26

This verse describes an ideal woman speaking wisdom and kindness, compared to Bathsheba's carefully strategic and politically oriented interaction with David.

Proverbs 31:26: She openeth her mouth with wisdom; and in her tongue [is] the law of kindness.
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