Contradictions and Paradoxes in Daniel 1:18

Check out Contradictions Catalog of Daniel 1:18 for the comprehensive list of verses that contradicts Daniel 1:18. Some key contradictions and paradoxes are described below.

According to the author of the book Daniel, this verse tells us that after a certain time, a group of young men, including Daniel, were brought to meet the king. They were being tested to see how they had learned and grown during their special training.

Daniel 1:18: Now at the end of the days that the king had said he should bring them in, then the prince of the eunuchs brought them in before Nebuchadnezzar.

Contradiction with Proverbs 28:5

This verse suggests that understanding judgment requires wisdom, contrasting with receiving wisdom through a specific period of training.

Proverbs 28:5: Evil men understand not judgment: but they that seek the LORD understand all [things].

Contradiction with 1 Corinthians 1:25

Highlights the idea that human wisdom pales compared to God's, which could contradict the outcome of Daniel's training.

1 Corinthians 1:25: Because the foolishness of God is wiser than men; and the weakness of God is stronger than men.

Contradiction with James 1:5

Suggests asking God for wisdom immediately, rather than undergoing a prolonged period of learning.

James 1:5: If any of you lack wisdom, let him ask of God, that giveth to all [men] liberally, and upbraideth not; and it shall be given him.

Contradiction with Matthew 11:25

Implies that God reveals wisdom to 'babes' rather than those with education or high status, as implied with Daniel and his companions.

Matthew 11:25: At that time Jesus answered and said, I thank thee, O Father, Lord of heaven and earth, because thou hast hid these things from the wise and prudent, and hast revealed them unto babes.
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