Contradiction with 1 Samuel 16:7
Unlike 1 Kings 1:52, which implies safety based on behavior, this verse emphasizes that God looks at the heart, not outward actions.
1 Samuel 16:7: But the LORD said unto Samuel, Look not on his countenance, or on the height of his stature; because I have refused him: for [the LORD seeth] not as man seeth; for man looketh on the outward appearance, but the LORD looketh on the heart. [outward...: Heb. eyes]
Contradiction with Jeremiah 17:9-10
This verse highlights the deceitfulness of the heart and how only God understands it, contradicting the human judgment implied in 1 Kings 1:52.
Jeremiah 17:9-10: The heart [is] deceitful above all [things], and desperately wicked: who can know it?
Contradiction with Romans 3:23
Implies all have sinned, contrasting the idea in 1 Kings 1:52 that a righteous person can be safe based on their actions.
Romans 3:23: For all have sinned, and come short of the glory of God;
Contradiction with Ecclesiastes 7:20
Reinforces that no one is consistently righteous, contradicting the premise of assurance of safety by righteous actions in 1 Kings 1:52.
Ecclesiastes 7:20: For [there is] not a just man upon earth, that doeth good, and sinneth not.
Contradiction with Proverbs 20:9
Questions if anyone can claim purity and righteousness completely, contradicting the basis for sparing someone in 1 Kings 1:52.
Proverbs 20:9: Who can say, I have made my heart clean, I am pure from my sin?
Paradox #1
This verse shows a potential contradiction in terms of justice and mercy. It suggests that good behavior will lead to good outcomes and bad behavior to negative consequences. However, this might be inconsistent with the idea of unconditional forgiveness or grace, as some circumstances might require forgiveness regardless of behavior. This tension between justice and grace can be seen as a conflict.