Contradictions and Paradoxes in 1 Kings 1:16

Check out Contradictions Catalog of 1 Kings 1:16 for the comprehensive list of verses that contradicts 1 Kings 1:16. Some key contradictions and paradoxes are described below.

According to the author of the book, Bathsheba showed respect to the king by bowing down, and the king kindly asked her what she needed or wanted. It shows a respectful way of asking for something from someone important.

1 Kings 1:16: And Bathsheba bowed, and did obeisance unto the king. And the king said, What wouldest thou? [What...: Heb. What to thee?]

Contradiction with Matthew 23:10

In 1 Kings 1:16, Bathsheba bows to show respect, which contradicts Jesus' teaching in Matthew 23:10 against using titles that elevate individuals.

Matthew 23:10: Neither be ye called masters: for one is your Master, [even] Christ.

Contradiction with James 2:1

1 Kings 1:16 depicts Bathsheba showing preferential treatment to King David, which contradicts the teaching in James 2:1 against showing favoritism.

James 2:1: My brethren, have not the faith of our Lord Jesus Christ, [the Lord] of glory, with respect of persons.

Contradiction with Romans 2:11

In 1 Kings 1:16, the act of bowing to a king implies partiality, which contradicts Romans 2:11 stating that God shows no partiality.

Romans 2:11: For there is no respect of persons with God.

Contradiction with Galatians 3:28

The respect shown by Bathsheba to David in 1 Kings 1:16 through bowing and courtesies suggests hierarchy, whereas Galatians 3:28 speaks to the unity and equality of all in Christ.

Galatians 3:28: There is neither Jew nor Greek, there is neither bond nor free, there is neither male nor female: for ye are all one in Christ Jesus.
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