Contradictions and Paradoxes in 1 Kings 20:18

Check out Contradictions Catalog of 1 Kings 20:18 for the comprehensive list of verses that contradicts 1 Kings 20:18. Some key contradictions and paradoxes are described below.

According to the author of the book, the king wanted his soldiers to capture the enemies, no matter if they came for peace or to fight. He wanted to make sure that no one was hurt and that everyone was kept safe.

1 Kings 20:18: And he said, Whether they be come out for peace, take them alive; or whether they be come out for war, take them alive.

Contradiction with Matthew 5:44

This verse advises love and prayer for enemies, which contrasts with the hostile approach in 1 Kings 20:18.

Matthew 5:44: But I say unto you, Love your enemies, bless them that curse you, do good to them that hate you, and pray for them which despitefully use you, and persecute you;

Contradiction with Proverbs 24:17

This verse advises not to rejoice when an enemy falls, which contradicts the anticipation of conflict in 1 Kings 20:18.

Proverbs 24:17: Rejoice not when thine enemy falleth, and let not thine heart be glad when he stumbleth:

Contradiction with Romans 12:21

This verse encourages overcoming evil with good, unlike the aggressive intent seen in 1 Kings 20:18.

Romans 12:21: Be not overcome of evil, but overcome evil with good.

Contradiction with Exodus 23:4

This verse instructs to help an enemy with their burdens, contrasting with the combative stance in 1 Kings 20:18.

Exodus 23:4: If thou meet thine enemy's ox or his ass going astray, thou shalt surely bring it back to him again.

Contradiction with Luke 6:27

This verse urges actions of kindness towards enemies, which is at odds with the directive in 1 Kings 20:18.

Luke 6:27: But I say unto you which hear, Love your enemies, do good to them which hate you,
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