Contradictions and Paradoxes in 1 Kings 3:11

Check out Contradictions Catalog of 1 Kings 3:11 for the comprehensive list of verses that contradicts 1 Kings 3:11. Some key contradictions and paradoxes are described below.

According to the author of 1 Kings, God was pleased with Solomon because he didn't ask for a long life, money, or to defeat his enemies. Instead, Solomon asked for a wise heart to tell right from wrong, and God liked this very much.

1 Kings 3:11: And God said unto him, Because thou hast asked this thing, and hast not asked for thyself long life; neither hast asked riches for thyself, nor hast asked the life of thine enemies; but hast asked for thyself understanding to discern judgment; [long life: Heb. many days] [discern: Heb. hear]

Contradiction with Matthew 6:33

This verse emphasizes seeking God's kingdom and righteousness first, implying that wisdom and understanding come naturally from a focus on heavenly priorities, not personal requests like Solomon's.

Matthew 6:33: But seek ye first the kingdom of God, and his righteousness; and all these things shall be added unto you.

Contradiction with James 1:5

This verse encourages asking God for wisdom if it is lacking, rather than suggesting that wisdom was granted without request as in 1 Kings 3:11.

James 1:5: If any of you lack wisdom, let him ask of God, that giveth to all [men] liberally, and upbraideth not; and it shall be given him.

Contradiction with Proverbs 2:6

This verse states that the Lord gives wisdom as a divine gift, contradicting the notion that wisdom was granted specifically because it wasn't requested as in 1 Kings 3:11.

Proverbs 2:6: For the LORD giveth wisdom: out of his mouth [cometh] knowledge and understanding.

Contradiction with Luke 11:13

This verse suggests that God willingly gives good gifts to those who ask, contrasting the idea in 1 Kings 3:11 where God grants wisdom because it was not asked for.

Luke 11:13: If ye then, being evil, know how to give good gifts unto your children: how much more shall [your] heavenly Father give the Holy Spirit to them that ask him?

Contradiction with Isaiah 55:9

This verse highlights the difference between God's thoughts and ways and those of humans, suggesting that His wisdom isn't reliant on human requests, contrary to the specific request context of 1 Kings 3:11.

Isaiah 55:9: For [as] the heavens are higher than the earth, so are my ways higher than your ways, and my thoughts than your thoughts.
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