Contradictions and Paradoxes in 1 Kings 2:46

Check out Contradictions Catalog of 1 Kings 2:46 for the comprehensive list of verses that contradicts 1 Kings 2:46. Some key contradictions and paradoxes are described below.

According to the author of the book of 1 Kings, this verse shows how King Solomon made sure he was in charge by having Benaiah carry out his orders. It teaches that Solomon's rule became strong and safe after he dealt with someone who could cause trouble.

1 Kings 2:46: So the king commanded Benaiah the son of Jehoiada; which went out, and fell upon him, that he died. And the kingdom was established in the hand of Solomon.

Contradiction with Matthew 5:44

Contradicts 1 Kings 2:46 by promoting forgiveness and love for enemies, whereas 1 Kings 2:46 depicts retribution.

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

Contradicts 1 Kings 2:46 by advocating for leaving vengeance to God, while 1 Kings 2:46 describes human-administered justice.

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 25:21-22

Contradicts 1 Kings 2:46 by encouraging kindness to enemies, in contrast to the punishment depicted in 1 Kings 2:46.

Proverbs 25:21-22: If thine enemy be hungry, give him bread to eat; and if he be thirsty, give him water to drink:

Contradiction with Luke 6:27

Contradicts 1 Kings 2:46 by advising love for enemies and doing good, opposing the implementation of vengeance in 1 Kings 2:46.

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

Contradiction with James 1:20

Contradicts 1 Kings 2:46 by stating that human anger does not produce God's righteousness, conflicting with the retributive action in 1 Kings 2:46.

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

Contradiction with 1 Peter 3:9

Contradicts 1 Kings 2:46 by instructing not to repay evil for evil, opposing the retributive justice depicted in 1 Kings 2:46.

1 Peter 3:9: Not rendering evil for evil, or railing for railing: but contrariwise blessing; knowing that ye are thereunto called, that ye should inherit a blessing.
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