Contradictions and Paradoxes in 1 Chronicles 29:9

Check out Contradictions Catalog of 1 Chronicles 29:9 for the comprehensive list of verses that contradicts 1 Chronicles 29:9. Some key contradictions and paradoxes are described below.

According to the author of Chronicles, the people were very happy because they gave their gifts to God with happy hearts, and King David was also very happy because everyone was so generous.

1 Chronicles 29:9: Then the people rejoiced, for that they offered willingly, because with perfect heart they offered willingly to the LORD: and David the king also rejoiced with great joy.

Contradiction with 2 Corinthians 9:7

This verse emphasizes that giving should be done according to what one decides in their heart, not reluctantly or under compulsion, whereas 1 Chronicles 29:9 describes people rejoicing in giving willingly and freely.

2 Corinthians 9:7: Every man according as he purposeth in his heart, [so let him give]; not grudgingly, or of necessity: for God loveth a cheerful giver.

Contradiction with Matthew 6:3-4

In these verses, Jesus advises giving in secret without public acknowledgment, in contrast to 1 Chronicles 29:9, where giving is done openly and with rejoicing by the congregation.

Matthew 6:3-4: But when thou doest alms, let not thy left hand know what thy right hand doeth:

Contradiction with Luke 18:22-23

Jesus advises the rich ruler to sell everything and give to the poor, highlighting personal sacrifice, in contrast with 1 Chronicles 29:9, which focuses on communal giving and rejoicing.

Luke 18:22-23: Now when Jesus heard these things, he said unto him, Yet lackest thou one thing: sell all that thou hast, and distribute unto the poor, and thou shalt have treasure in heaven: and come, follow me.
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