Contradiction with Ezekiel 18:20
This verse states that the soul who sins shall die, contradicting the conditional promise of long life in 1 Kings 3:14, which depends on obedience, rather than on the inevitability of death for sin.
Ezekiel 18:20: The soul that sinneth, it shall die. The son shall not bear the iniquity of the father, neither shall the father bear the iniquity of the son: the righteousness of the righteous shall be upon him, and the wickedness of the wicked shall be upon him.
Paradox #1
The verse in question makes a promise of long life based on adherence to certain conditions. Some might see a contradiction with other parts of the Bible where righteous individuals face early death or suffering despite their faithfulness. This could seem inconsistent with the idea that faithfulness always directly results in long life.
Paradox #2
The potential contradiction in 1 Kings 3:14 could be seen in the conditional aspect of God's promise, which depends on following His commands. This might seem inconsistent with the idea of unconditional love and grace often emphasized in other parts of the Bible. The verse suggests a reward based on behavior, which could conflict with the concept of grace being a gift not earned by actions.