Contradiction with Proverbs 19:20
This verse advises listening to counsel and receiving instruction, contrary to Asa's reaction against the seer who advised him.
Proverbs 19:20: Hear counsel, and receive instruction, that thou mayest be wise in thy latter end.
Contradiction with Matthew 5:44
This verse instructs to love your enemies and pray for those who persecute you, which contradicts Asa's anger and imprisonment of the seer.
Matthew 5:44: But I say unto you, Love your enemies, bless them that curse you, do good to them that hate you, and pray for them which despitefully use you, and persecute you;
Contradiction with James 1:19
This verse encourages being slow to anger, whereas Asa quickly became angry and acted on it.
James 1:19: Wherefore, my beloved brethren, let every man be swift to hear, slow to speak, slow to wrath:
Paradox #1
This verse might show a contradiction or inconsistency because it portrays a leader punishing a prophet for delivering a message that could be seen as coming from God. This raises questions about how leaders handle criticism and the moral rightness of silencing dissent or divine messages.