Contradiction with Matthew 5:44
In 2 Chronicles 11:1, Rehoboam is preparing for war against Israel, while Matthew 5:44 instructs to love and pray for enemies, contradicting the act of waging war.
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 Exodus 20:13
2 Chronicles 11:1 involves preparing to fight against fellow Israelites, while Exodus 20:13 commands not to kill, presenting a moral contradiction.
Exodus 20:13: Thou shalt not kill.
Contradiction with Romans 12:19
2 Chronicles 11:1 shows intent to attack, whereas Romans 12:19 urges leaving vengeance to God, opposing human-led conflict.
Romans 12:19: Dearly beloved, avenge not yourselves, but [rather] give place unto wrath: for it is written, Vengeance [is] mine; I will repay, saith the Lord.
Contradiction with James 4:1
2 Chronicles 11:1 describes war preparation, whereas James 4:1 questions why there are conflicts and fights, implying such acts stem from wrong desires.
James 4:1: From whence [come] wars and fightings among you? [come they] not hence, [even] of your lusts that war in your members? [fightings: or, brawlings] [lusts: or, pleasures]
Contradiction with 1 Peter 3:11
The verse details war readiness, contradicting 1 Peter 3:11's call to seek peace and pursue it.
1 Peter 3:11: Let him eschew evil, and do good; let him seek peace, and ensue it.
Contradiction with Proverbs 20:22
In 2 Chronicles 11:1, the focus is on revenge through warfare, conflicting with Proverbs 20:22's counsel to wait for the Lord's deliverance instead of seeking vengeance.
Proverbs 20:22: Say not thou, I will recompense evil; [but] wait on the LORD, and he shall save thee.