Contradictions and Paradoxes in 1 Kings 2:37

Check out Contradictions Catalog of 1 Kings 2:37 for the comprehensive list of verses that contradicts 1 Kings 2:37. Some key contradictions and paradoxes are described below.

According to the author of 1 Kings, this verse means that if the person leaves a certain place and crosses the brook, they will be in big trouble and it will be their own fault. They are being warned that leaving will lead to very bad consequences, like losing their life.

1 Kings 2:37: For it shall be, [that] on the day thou goest out, and passest over the brook Kidron, thou shalt know for certain that thou shalt surely die: thy blood shall be upon thine own head.

Contradiction with Matthew 5:39

Jesus teaches to turn the other cheek, advocating non-retaliation, which contrasts with Solomon's command in 1 Kings 2:37, requiring Shimei to be put to death if he leaves Jerusalem, a retributive action.

Matthew 5:39: But I say unto you, That ye resist not evil: but whosoever shall smite thee on thy right cheek, turn to him the other also.

Contradiction with Romans 12:17

Paul advises against repaying evil for evil, promoting peace, which opposes the death threat in 1 Kings 2:37 for Shimei if he crosses the brook Kidron.

Romans 12:17: Recompense to no man evil for evil. Provide things honest in the sight of all men.

Contradiction with Ezekiel 18:32

God expresses no pleasure in the death of anyone, urging repentance instead, contrary to the lethal restriction placed on Shimei in 1 Kings 2:37.

Ezekiel 18:32: For I have no pleasure in the death of him that dieth, saith the Lord GOD: wherefore turn [yourselves], and live ye. [yourselves: or, others]

Contradiction with James 2:13

James speaks about mercy triumphing over judgment, which conflicts with the strict and fatal judgment prescribed in 1 Kings 2:37 for leaving designated boundaries.

James 2:13: For he shall have judgment without mercy, that hath shewed no mercy; and mercy rejoiceth against judgment. [rejoiceth: or, glorieth]
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