Contradiction with Matthew 4:4
This verse emphasizes reliance on God's word for sustenance, contrasting with Adonijah's reliance on physical feasting to assert his kingship.
Matthew 4:4: But he answered and said, It is written, Man shall not live by bread alone, but by every word that proceedeth out of the mouth of God.
Contradiction with 1 Samuel 16:7
This verse highlights God's focus on the heart rather than outward appearances, contrasting with Adonijah's outward display to gain support.
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 Hebrews 13:5
This verse advocates contentment and trust in God, conflicting with Adonijah's ambition and discontent with his position.
Hebrews 13:5: [Let your] conversation [be] without covetousness; [and be] content with such things as ye have: for he hath said, I will never leave thee, nor forsake thee.
Contradiction with Proverbs 16:18
This verse warns that pride leads to destruction, which is a contradiction to the prideful gathering Adonijah organizes in 1 Kings 1:9.
Proverbs 16:18: Pride [goeth] before destruction, and an haughty spirit before a fall.
Contradiction with John 6:27
This verse advises laboring for spiritual rather than perishable food, while Adonijah was focused on a grand feast to gain earthly power.
John 6:27: Labour not for the meat which perisheth, but for that meat which endureth unto everlasting life, which the Son of man shall give unto you: for him hath God the Father sealed. [Labour not: or, Work not]