Contradiction with Matthew 19:14
2 Chronicles 11:23 speaks of Rehoboam acting wisely by dispersing his sons to numerous districts, but Matthew 19:14 suggests that true wisdom honors the openness and vulnerability of children, contrasting with a father acting politically.
Matthew 19:14: But Jesus said, Suffer little children, and forbid them not, to come unto me: for of such is the kingdom of heaven.
Contradiction with Luke 6:30
The wise dispersal of Rehoboam's sons to prevent rivalry contrasts with Luke 6:30, which encourages generosity without protectionism or self-interest.
Luke 6:30: Give to every man that asketh of thee; and of him that taketh away thy goods ask [them] not again.
Contradiction with Proverbs 15:27
Rehoboam's actions for personal advantage contradict this proverb's teaching that greed brings trouble, implying the folly of prioritizing wealth and power over righteousness.
Proverbs 15:27: He that is greedy of gain troubleth his own house; but he that hateth gifts shall live.
Contradiction with 1 Timothy 6:10
The securing of many districts for his sons to acquire provisions aligns with love of money, which this verse states is the root of all evil rather than wise leadership.
1 Timothy 6:10: For the love of money is the root of all evil: which while some coveted after, they have erred from the faith, and pierced themselves through with many sorrows. [erred: or, been seduced]
Contradiction with James 3:16
The divisive strategy in 2 Chronicles 11:23 contrasts with James 3:16, which warns that envy and selfish ambition result in disorder, challenging the described wisdom of Rehoboam's choices.
James 3:16: For where envying and strife [is], there [is] confusion and every evil work. [confusion: Gr. tumult, or, unquietness]