Contradictions and Paradoxes in 1 Kings 22:31

Check out Contradictions Catalog of 1 Kings 22:31 for the comprehensive list of verses that contradicts 1 Kings 22:31. Some key contradictions and paradoxes are described below.

According to the author of the book, the king of Syria told his army leaders to focus on fighting only the king of Israel and not to harm anyone else. This shows that the king of Syria had a special plan to only go after the king during the battle.

1 Kings 22:31: But the king of Syria commanded his thirty and two captains that had rule over his chariots, saying, Fight neither with small nor great, save only with the king of Israel.

Contradiction with 1 Samuel 24:6

This verse emphasizes the protection of God's anointed, whereas 1 Kings 22:31 involves targeting the king alone.

1 Samuel 24:6: And he said unto his men, The LORD forbid that I should do this thing unto my master, the LORD'S anointed, to stretch forth mine hand against him, seeing he [is] the anointed of the LORD.

Contradiction with Romans 13:1

This verse mentions submitting to governing authorities, which contrasts with pursuing the king specifically in 1 Kings 22:31.

Romans 13:1: Let every soul be subject unto the higher powers. For there is no power but of God: the powers that be are ordained of God. [ordained: or, ordered]

Contradiction with Proverbs 21:30

Suggests no wisdom or counsel against the Lord, whereas 1 Kings 22:31 involves strategic plans against the king.

Proverbs 21:30: [There is] no wisdom nor understanding nor counsel against the LORD.

Contradiction with Exodus 20:13

Commands against killing, while 1 Kings 22:31 involves pursuing the king’s life.

Exodus 20:13: Thou shalt not kill.
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