Contradictions and Paradoxes in 1 Kings 2:22

Check out Contradictions Catalog of 1 Kings 2:22 for the comprehensive list of verses that contradicts 1 Kings 2:22. Some key contradictions and paradoxes are described below.

According to the author of 1 Kings, Solomon believed his brother Adonijah wanted more than just to marry Abishag; he thought Adonijah was trying to take his throne. Solomon saw this request as a sneaky way to get power, and he didn't like it.

1 Kings 2:22: And king Solomon answered and said unto his mother, And why dost thou ask Abishag the Shunammite for Adonijah? ask for him the kingdom also; for he [is] mine elder brother; even for him, and for Abiathar the priest, and for Joab the son of Zeruiah.

Contradiction with Matthew 5:44

In 1 Kings 2:22, Solomon deals with potential threats through execution, while Matthew 5:44 teaches to love and pray for enemies, suggesting non-violence.

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

1 Kings 2:22 shows Solomon ensuring justice himself through retribution, whereas Romans 12:19 commands believers to leave vengeance to God.

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 Proverbs 24:17

Solomon acts on potential rivalry with retribution, while Proverbs 24:17 warns against rejoicing when an enemy falls.

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

Contradiction with Luke 6:27-28

Unlike Solomon's action against a threat, these verses instruct to love and bless those who oppose us, presenting a contrast in approach to adversaries.

Luke 6:27-28: But I say unto you which hear, Love your enemies, do good to them which hate you,

Contradiction with James 1:20

1 Kings 2:22 involves anger leading to a lethal decision, whereas James 1:20 teaches that human wrath does not produce God's righteousness.

James 1:20: For the wrath of man worketh not the righteousness of God.
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