Contradiction with Matthew 5:39
2 Chronicles 17:15 mentions preparedness for battle through leadership and numbers; Matthew 5:39 teaches to turn the other cheek and not resist evil, advocating non-violence.
Matthew 5:39: But I say unto you, That ye resist not evil: but whosoever shall smite thee on thy right cheek, turn to him the other also.
Contradiction with Romans 12:19
The readiness for military action in 2 Chronicles 17:15 contradicts Romans 12:19, which advises against seeking personal vengeance and encourages leaving wrath to God.
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 Isaiah 2:4
Isaiah 2:4 speaks of beating swords into plowshares and not learning war anymore, contrasting with the martial preparations outlined in 2 Chronicles 17:15.
Isaiah 2:4: And he shall judge among the nations, and shall rebuke many people: and they shall beat their swords into plowshares, and their spears into pruninghooks: nation shall not lift up sword against nation, neither shall they learn war any more. [pruninghooks: or, scythes]
Contradiction with Exodus 20:13
The martial context of 2 Chronicles 17:15 potentially conflicts with Exodus 20:13's commandment against killing, underscoring a divergence between military engagement and the sanctity of life.
Exodus 20:13: Thou shalt not kill.