Contradiction with 1 Corinthians 13:4-5
These verses describe love as selfless and not seeking its own, which contradicts the self-interest in seeking Abishag for Adonijah's advantage in 1 Kings 2:21.
1 Corinthians 13:4-5: Charity suffereth long, [and] is kind; charity envieth not; charity vaunteth not itself, is not puffed up, [vaunteth...: or, is not rash]
Contradiction with Proverbs 3:5-6
These verses advise trusting in the Lord rather than one's own understanding, contradicting the worldly political maneuvering implied in 1 Kings 2:21.
Proverbs 3:5-6: Trust in the LORD with all thine heart; and lean not unto thine own understanding.
Contradiction with Matthew 5:44
This verse encourages love for enemies and prayer for persecutors, contradicting the request for partisanship and ambition in 1 Kings 2:21.
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 James 4:3
This verse highlights asking with wrong motives and desires, which contradicts the likely ulterior motives in the request made in 1 Kings 2:21.
James 4:3: Ye ask, and receive not, because ye ask amiss, that ye may consume [it] upon your lusts. [lusts: or, pleasures]
Contradiction with Romans 12:19
This verse advises against seeking personal vengeance, contrasting with the underlying vengeance-seeking behavior traced back to manipulations seen in 1 Kings 2:21.
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.
Paradox #1
The potential contradiction in 1 Kings 2:21 might involve the promises and declarations made earlier in the narrative regarding the succession of the throne of Israel and how different characters are treated. This could create tension between different parts of the story where God's will or the prophetic messages appear to be in conflict with human actions or decisions.