Contradictions and Paradoxes in 2 Chronicles 17:6

Check out Contradictions Catalog of 2 Chronicles 17:6 for the comprehensive list of verses that contradicts 2 Chronicles 17:6. Some key contradictions and paradoxes are described below.

According to the author of the book, the king was very happy and encouraged to follow God’s ways. He also removed the places where people worshiped other gods, making sure everyone worshiped only the one true God.

2 Chronicles 17:6: And his heart was lifted up in the ways of the LORD: moreover he took away the high places and groves out of Judah. [was...: that is, was encouraged]

Contradiction with Jeremiah 17:5

This verse warns against trusting in man and flesh, whereas 2 Chronicles 17:6 speaks positively of Jehoshaphat's heart being lifted up in the ways of the Lord, potentially suggesting reliance on human power.

Jeremiah 17:5: Thus saith the LORD; Cursed [be] the man that trusteth in man, and maketh flesh his arm, and whose heart departeth from the LORD.

Contradiction with Proverbs 16:18

This verse states that pride goes before destruction, contrasting with 2 Chronicles 17:6, where the lifting of heart is portrayed in a positive light.

Proverbs 16:18: Pride [goeth] before destruction, and an haughty spirit before a fall.

Contradiction with James 4:6

This verse states that God resists the proud, whereas 2 Chronicles 17:6 involves the concept of a heart being lifted up, which could be interpreted as prideful.

James 4:6: But he giveth more grace. Wherefore he saith, God resisteth the proud, but giveth grace unto the humble.

Contradiction with 1 Corinthians 10:12

This verse cautions against being overconfident, warning those who think they stand to take heed, contrasting the positive depiction of a lifted heart in 2 Chronicles 17:6.

1 Corinthians 10:12: Wherefore let him that thinketh he standeth take heed lest he fall.
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