Contradiction with Ecclesiastes 9:11
Contradicts by suggesting events are determined by time and chance, not divine intervention.
Ecclesiastes 9:11: I returned, and saw under the sun, that the race [is] not to the swift, nor the battle to the strong, neither yet bread to the wise, nor yet riches to men of understanding, nor yet favour to men of skill; but time and chance happeneth to them all.
Contradiction with Proverbs 21:31
Suggests victory depends on human preparation and effort, not divine promise or action.
Proverbs 21:31: The horse [is] prepared against the day of battle: but safety [is] of the LORD. [safety: or, victory]
Contradiction with Jeremiah 17:5
Warns against reliance on human strength or allies, implying divine promises may not guarantee success.
Jeremiah 17:5: Thus saith the LORD; Cursed [be] the man that trusteth in man, and maketh flesh his arm, and whose heart departeth from the LORD.
Contradiction with James 4:13-15
Teaches that future events require humility and acknowledgment of God's will, contrasting the certainty offered in 1 Kings 20:13.
James 4:13-15: Go to now, ye that say, To day or to morrow we will go into such a city, and continue there a year, and buy and sell, and get gain:
Contradiction with Psalm 127:1
States that without the Lord's involvement, human efforts are in vain, which can be seen as opposing the direct assurance given in this context.
Psalm 127:1: [A Song of degrees for Solomon.] Except the LORD build the house, they labour in vain that build it: except the LORD keep the city, the watchman waketh [but] in vain. [for...: or, of Solomon] [that...: Heb. that are builders of it in it]
Paradox #1
1 Kings 20:13 might present a historical inconsistency related to the context of the battles between the Israelites and the Arameans. Some contradictions may arise from the timeline and details of these conflicts, as they can differ from other historical records or accounts about the region and period, such as differing accounts of which kings reigned and specific military campaigns. However, without specific external records conclusively contradicting this verse, this remains a matter of scholarly debate.
Paradox #2
This verse could be seen as morally inconsistent because it describes a situation where God promises victory and support in a battle, which might be at odds with the idea of a loving God who promotes peace and kindness. It raises questions about the morality of using divine intervention to achieve violent outcomes.