Contradictions and Paradoxes in 1 Kings 2:24

Check out Contradictions Catalog of 1 Kings 2:24 for the comprehensive list of verses that contradicts 1 Kings 2:24. Some key contradictions and paradoxes are described below.

According to the author of 1 Kings, this verse means that God helped Solomon become king because He promised to do so, and now Solomon must make sure that everyone listens to him, which is why Adonijah, who threatened his rule, must be punished.

1 Kings 2:24: Now therefore, [as] the LORD liveth, which hath established me, and set me on the throne of David my father, and who hath made me an house, as he promised, Adonijah shall be put to death this day.

Contradiction with Exodus 20:13

"Thou shalt not kill" contradicts with 1 Kings 2:24 where Solomon orders the death of Adonijah.

Exodus 20:13: Thou shalt not kill.

Contradiction with Matthew 5:44

"Love your enemies" contrasts with Solomon's actions of executing Adonijah in 1 Kings 2:24.

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

"Avenge not yourselves" contrasts with Solomon taking vengeance into his own hands in 1 Kings 2:24.

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

"Rejoice not when thine enemy falleth" is contradicted by the triumphant tone of Solomon's actions in 1 Kings 2:24.

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

Paradox #1

This verse could be seen as morally contradictory because it involves a command for violence or retribution, which might conflict with other biblical teachings about forgiveness and peace. It raises questions about justice and the use of power.

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