Contradictions and Paradoxes in 1 Kings 5:8

Check out Contradictions Catalog of 1 Kings 5:8 for the comprehensive list of verses that contradicts 1 Kings 5:8. Some key contradictions and paradoxes are described below.

According to the author of the book, Hiram tells Solomon that he has understood what Solomon asked for and will help him by giving him the wood he needs. This shows how two friends are working together to help each other.

1 Kings 5:8: And Hiram sent to Solomon, saying, I have considered the things which thou sentest to me for: [and] I will do all thy desire concerning timber of cedar, and concerning timber of fir. [considered: Heb. heard]

Contradiction with 2 Chronicles 2:16

This verse suggests that Hiram promised to send timber via rafts by sea to Joppa, contrasting 1 Kings 5:8 which makes a general promise of timber delivery without specifics on the method or destination.

2 Chronicles 2:16: And we will cut wood out of Lebanon, as much as thou shalt need: and we will bring it to thee in floats by sea to Joppa; and thou shalt carry it up to Jerusalem. [as much...: Heb according to all thy need] [Joppa: Heb. Japho]

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