Contradictions and Paradoxes in 2 Chronicles 13:15

Check out Contradictions Catalog of 2 Chronicles 13:15 for the comprehensive list of verses that contradicts 2 Chronicles 13:15. Some key contradictions and paradoxes are described below.

According to the author of 2 Chronicles, when the men of Judah shouted loudly, God helped them win the battle against Jeroboam and all of Israel. This shows that God was on Judah's side and helped them because they called out to Him.

2 Chronicles 13:15: Then the men of Judah gave a shout: and as the men of Judah shouted, it came to pass, that God smote Jeroboam and all Israel before Abijah and Judah.

Contradiction with Numbers 23:19

This verse states that God does not change like humans and does not regret, while 2 Chronicles 13:15 depicts God acting in response to the people’s actions.

Numbers 23:19: God [is] not a man, that he should lie; neither the son of man, that he should repent: hath he said, and shall he not do [it]? or hath he spoken, and shall he not make it good?

Contradiction with James 1:13

This verse states that God cannot be tempted with evil, nor does he tempt any man, which might conflict with God intervening in battles as if influenced by the cries of people.

James 1:13: Let no man say when he is tempted, I am tempted of God: for God cannot be tempted with evil, neither tempteth he any man: [evil: or, evils]

Contradiction with Matthew 5:44

Jesus teaches to love enemies and pray for those who persecute, whereas 2 Chronicles 13:15 involves defeating enemies in battle.

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 Isaiah 55:8-9

Speaks of God's thoughts and ways being higher than humans, while 2 Chronicles 13:15 describes God acting directly in human affairs.

Isaiah 55:8-9: For my thoughts [are] not your thoughts, neither [are] your ways my ways, saith the LORD.

Contradiction with Romans 12:19

Advises believers to leave vengeance to God, contrasting with how God intervenes in 2 Chronicles 13:15 in response to battle cries.

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 Exodus 20:13

Commandment not to kill, which could contrast with God enabling victory in battle in 2 Chronicles 13:15.

Exodus 20:13: Thou shalt not kill.

Paradox #1

The moral conflict in this verse could be that it portrays God as supporting one group over another in a violent battle. This raises questions about the morality of divine intervention in human conflicts and the justification of violence as a means to fulfill God's will. Some people might see a contradiction in advocating for peace while also depicting instances of God endorsing warfare.

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