Contradictions and Paradoxes in 1 Kings 2:36

Check out Contradictions Catalog of 1 Kings 2:36 for the comprehensive list of verses that contradicts 1 Kings 2:36. Some key contradictions and paradoxes are described below.

According to the author of 1 Kings, King Solomon told Shimei to stay in Jerusalem and not to leave because he wanted to keep an eye on him. Solomon was trying to make sure Shimei didn't do anything bad.

1 Kings 2:36: And the king sent and called for Shimei, and said unto him, Build thee an house in Jerusalem, and dwell there, and go not forth thence any whither.

Contradiction with Hebrews 13:14

This verse speaks of a lasting city to come, implying an ultimate resting place beyond earthly boundaries, whereas 1 Kings 2:36 restricts Shimei within Jerusalem, suggesting a permanent earthly limitation.

Hebrews 13:14: For here have we no continuing city, but we seek one to come.

Contradiction with Acts 17:26

This verse indicates that God has determined allotted periods and boundaries, whereas 1 Kings 2:36 shows King Solomon determining Shimei’s place of dwelling, potentially contradicting divine sovereignty over boundaries.

Acts 17:26: And hath made of one blood all nations of men for to dwell on all the face of the earth, and hath determined the times before appointed, and the bounds of their habitation;

Contradiction with John 8:36

This verse speaks of true freedom through the Son, while 1 Kings 2:36 places a restriction on Shimei’s freedom by confining him to Jerusalem.

John 8:36: If the Son therefore shall make you free, ye shall be free indeed.
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