Contradictions and Paradoxes in 1 Kings 4:5

Check out Contradictions Catalog of 1 Kings 4:5 for the comprehensive list of verses that contradicts 1 Kings 4:5. Some key contradictions and paradoxes are described below.

According to the author of the book, this verse tells us that King Solomon had two helpers named Azariah and Zabud. They were important because they helped with different jobs and one was even the king's good friend.

1 Kings 4:5: And Azariah the son of Nathan [was] over the officers: and Zabud the son of Nathan [was] principal officer, [and] the king's friend:

Contradiction with Amos 3:3

This verse questions if two can walk together unless they agree, but 1 Kings 4:5 shows different individuals given responsibilities suggesting collaboration without mention of agreement.

Amos 3:3: Can two walk together, except they be agreed?

Contradiction with Matthew 5:37

This verse emphasizes clear and truthful communication, while 1 Kings 4:5 does not specify the clarity or truthfulness of the roles assigned.

Matthew 5:37: But let your communication be, Yea, yea; Nay, nay: for whatsoever is more than these cometh of evil.

Contradiction with 1 Corinthians 14:33

This verse states God is not the author of confusion, yet the distributed roles in 1 Kings 4:5 could potentially lead to miscommunication or confusion in the absence of clear guidelines.

1 Corinthians 14:33: For God is not [the author] of confusion, but of peace, as in all churches of the saints. [confusion: Gr. tumult, or, unquietness]
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