Contradictions and Paradoxes in 1 Kings 22:26

Check out Contradictions Catalog of 1 Kings 22:26 for the comprehensive list of verses that contradicts 1 Kings 22:26. Some key contradictions and paradoxes are described below.

According to the author of the book of Kings, the king wanted Micaiah, who was a messenger from God, to be put in prison. The king didn't like what Micaiah said because it wasn't what he wanted to hear.

1 Kings 22:26: And the king of Israel said, Take Micaiah, and carry him back unto Amon the governor of the city, and to Joash the king's son;

Contradiction with Proverbs 19:21

This verse suggests that while many plans are in a man's heart, it is the Lord's purpose that prevails, contradicting the idea of following a king's decision, like Ahab’s directive in 1 Kings 22:26.

Proverbs 19:21: [There are] many devices in a man's heart; nevertheless the counsel of the LORD, that shall stand.

Contradiction with Acts 5:29

This verse emphasizes the need to obey God rather than human authorities, contradicting Ahab’s command to confine Micaiah as directed in 1 Kings 22:26.

Acts 5:29: Then Peter and the [other] apostles answered and said, We ought to obey God rather than men.

Contradiction with Matthew 5:44

This verse encourages love and prayer for enemies, contrasting with the hostile actions commanded in 1 Kings 22:26.

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 Isaiah 55:8-9

These verses highlight God's ways and thoughts being higher than humans, conflicting with the human-driven decision in 1 Kings 22:26.

Isaiah 55:8-9: For my thoughts [are] not your thoughts, neither [are] your ways my ways, saith the LORD.

Contradiction with Romans 12:19

This verse advises against vengeance and to leave room for God's wrath, opposing the punitive actions in 1 Kings 22:26.

Romans 12:19: Dearly beloved, avenge not yourselves, but [rather] give place unto wrath: for it is written, Vengeance [is] mine; I will repay, saith the Lord.
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