Contradictions and Paradoxes in 1 Kings 22:3

Check out Contradictions Catalog of 1 Kings 22:3 for the comprehensive list of verses that contradicts 1 Kings 22:3. Some key contradictions and paradoxes are described below.

According to the author of 1 Kings, the king of Israel is talking to his helpers about a place called Ramoth in Gilead. He is saying that this place belongs to them, but they haven't done anything to get it back from the king of Syria.

1 Kings 22:3: And the king of Israel said unto his servants, Know ye that Ramoth in Gilead [is] ours, and we [be] still, [and] take it not out of the hand of the king of Syria? [still...: Heb. silent from taking it]

Contradiction with Matthew 5:44

1 Kings 22:3 talks about reclaiming land, while Matthew 5:44 advocates loving your enemies and not seeking conflict.

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 Romans 12:19

The verse emphasizes vengeance belongs to God, contrasting 1 Kings 22:3 where reclaiming land suggests taking matters into human hands.

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.

Contradiction with James 3:17-18

Encourages peace and gentleness, contrary to the conflict implied in 1 Kings 22:3.

James 3:17-18: But the wisdom that is from above is first pure, then peaceable, gentle, [and] easy to be intreated, full of mercy and good fruits, without partiality, and without hypocrisy. [partiality: or, wrangling]

Contradiction with Proverbs 20:22

Advises against seeking revenge, conflicting with the notion of taking back territory in 1 Kings 22:3.

Proverbs 20:22: Say not thou, I will recompense evil; [but] wait on the LORD, and he shall save thee.

Contradiction with Matthew 26:52

Suggests that those who take up arms will perish by them, which is contrary to the implied military action in 1 Kings 22:3.

Matthew 26:52: Thinkest thou that I cannot now pray to my Father, and he shall presently give me more than twelve legions of angels?
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