Contradictions and Paradoxes in 2 Chronicles 17:14

Check out Contradictions Catalog of 2 Chronicles 17:14 for the comprehensive list of verses that contradicts 2 Chronicles 17:14. Some key contradictions and paradoxes are described below.

According to the author of the book, this verse tells us about a leader named Adnah who had a big group of very brave soldiers, 300,000 of them, ready to help protect their people. It's like having a strong team to keep everyone safe.

2 Chronicles 17:14: And these [are] the numbers of them according to the house of their fathers: Of Judah, the captains of thousands; Adnah the chief, and with him mighty men of valour three hundred thousand.

Contradiction with Matthew 5:9

Jesus teaches the value of peacemakers, contrasting with the emphasis on military forces in 2 Chronicles 17:14.

Matthew 5:9: Blessed [are] the peacemakers: for they shall be called the children of God.

Contradiction with Isaiah 9:6

Refers to Jesus as the "Prince of Peace," suggesting a focus on peace rather than military might.

Isaiah 9:6: For unto us a child is born, unto us a son is given: and the government shall be upon his shoulder: and his name shall be called Wonderful, Counsellor, The mighty God, The everlasting Father, The Prince of Peace.

Contradiction with Zechariah 4:6

Emphasizes reliance on God’s Spirit rather than military power, which contrasts with the reliance on large armies in 2 Chronicles 17:14.

Zechariah 4:6: Then he answered and spake unto me, saying, This [is] the word of the LORD unto Zerubbabel, saying, Not by might, nor by power, but by my spirit, saith the LORD of hosts. [might: or, army]

Contradiction with Matthew 26:52

Jesus advises against the use of the sword, which contradicts the military preparedness described in 2 Chronicles 17:14.

Matthew 26:52: Thinkest thou that I cannot now pray to my Father, and he shall presently give me more than twelve legions of angels?

Contradiction with 1 Samuel 17:47

David declares that the battle is the Lord's, suggesting a divine rather than military victory, contrasting the militaristic focus of 2 Chronicles 17:14.

1 Samuel 17:47: And all this assembly shall know that the LORD saveth not with sword and spear: for the battle [is] the LORD'S, and he will give you into our hands.

Contradiction with Psalm 20:7

Emphasizes trust in God over trust in chariots and horses, which contradicts the emphasis on military strength in 2 Chronicles 17:14.

Psalm 20:7: Some [trust] in chariots, and some in horses: but we will remember the name of the LORD our God.

Contradiction with Romans 12:18

Encourages living at peace with everyone, contrasting the military preparations in 2 Chronicles 17:14.

Romans 12:18: If it be possible, as much as lieth in you, live peaceably with all men.
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