Contradictions and Paradoxes in 1 Kings 8:14

Check out Contradictions Catalog of 1 Kings 8:14 for the comprehensive list of verses that contradicts 1 Kings 8:14. Some key contradictions and paradoxes are described below.

According to the author of the book of Kings, King Solomon was very wise and loved God. He blessed all the people of Israel, and they were very happy to be there with him.

1 Kings 8:14: And the king turned his face about, and blessed all the congregation of Israel: (and all the congregation of Israel stood;)

Contradiction with Matthew 6:5

This verse emphasizes praying in private rather than publicly, which contrasts with Solomon blessing the congregation in 1 Kings 8:14.

Matthew 6:5: And when thou prayest, thou shalt not be as the hypocrites [are]: for they love to pray standing in the synagogues and in the corners of the streets, that they may be seen of men. Verily I say unto you, They have their reward.

Contradiction with Acts 7:48

States that God does not dwell in temples made with hands, whereas 1 Kings 8:14 involves blessing the temple Solomon built.

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

Contradiction with John 4:21

Jesus mentions worship will not be confined to specific locations, contrasting with the temple-centered worship seen in 1 Kings 8:14.

John 4:21: Jesus saith unto her, Woman, believe me, the hour cometh, when ye shall neither in this mountain, nor yet at Jerusalem, worship the Father.

Contradiction with Jeremiah 7:4

Warns against putting trust in the temple of the Lord, a potential contradiction to the celebration of the temple's dedication in 1 Kings 8.

Jeremiah 7:4: Trust ye not in lying words, saying, The temple of the LORD, The temple of the LORD, The temple of the LORD, [are] these.
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