Contradictions and Paradoxes in 1 Kings 7:8

Check out Contradictions Catalog of 1 Kings 7:8 for the comprehensive list of verses that contradicts 1 Kings 7:8. Some key contradictions and paradoxes are described below.

According to the author of 1 Kings, King Solomon built his own special house with a nice courtyard, and he made another beautiful house for his wife, who was the daughter of the Pharaoh. These houses were grand and fancy, showing how much he cared for his family and their comfort.

1 Kings 7:8: And his house where he dwelt [had] another court within the porch, [which] was of the like work. Solomon made also an house for Pharaoh's daughter, whom he had taken [to wife], like unto this porch.

Contradiction with Exodus 20:4

Contradicts the building of ornate and richly decorated structures as it prohibits making graven images and idols, contrasting with the elaborate nature of Solomon's buildings.

Exodus 20:4: Thou shalt not make unto thee any graven image, or any likeness [of any thing] that [is] in heaven above, or that [is] in the earth beneath, or that [is] in the water under the earth:

Contradiction with Acts 7:48

States that the most High dwelleth not in temples made with hands, which contradicts the significance of Solomon's house as an earthly abode.

Acts 7:48: Howbeit the most High dwelleth not in temples made with hands; as saith the prophet,
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