Contradiction with Deuteronomy 32:39
While 1 Kings 8:23 speaks of no God like the Lord, Deuteronomy 32:39 acknowledges the existence of other gods but emphasizes God's supremacy.
Deuteronomy 32:39: See now that I, [even] I, [am] he, and [there is] no god with me: I kill, and I make alive; I wound, and I heal: neither [is there any] that can deliver out of my hand.
Contradiction with Isaiah 45:5
Unlike 1 Kings 8:23, which implies uniqueness, Isaiah 45:5 explicitly states there is no God apart from the Lord, contradicting the recognition of other deities.
Isaiah 45:5: I [am] the LORD, and [there is] none else, [there is] no God beside me: I girded thee, though thou hast not known me:
Contradiction with Exodus 15:11
Whereas 1 Kings 8:23 implies a peerless God among other gods, Exodus 15:11 directly questions who is like God, suggesting others exist to question.
Exodus 15:11: Who [is] like unto thee, O LORD, among the gods? who [is] like thee, glorious in holiness, fearful [in] praises, doing wonders? [gods: or, mighty ones?]
Contradiction with Psalms 86:8
This verse acknowledges that other gods exist by stating that among them, none are like the Lord, contrasting the uniqueness implied in 1 Kings 8:23.
Psalms 86:8: Among the gods [there is] none like unto thee, O Lord; neither [are there any works] like unto thy works.
Paradox #1
1 Kings 8:23 talks about God's uniqueness and faithfulness to those who follow Him. There might be a perceived contradiction when comparing this with other parts of the Bible that suggest God cares for all people, regardless of whether they follow specific rules or commandments. Some might see a conflict between the idea of God being unique to a particular group and His love for everyone.