Contradiction with Numbers 23:19
This verse states that God does not lie or repent, contrasting with the implication of God influencing prophecy in 2 Chronicles 18:15.
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 Hebrews 6:18
Emphasizes the impossibility of God lying, which may seem contradictory if 2 Chronicles 18:15 implies divine deception through prophecy.
Hebrews 6:18: That by two immutable things, in which [it was] impossible for God to lie, we might have a strong consolation, who have fled for refuge to lay hold upon the hope set before us:
Contradiction with Proverbs 12:22
Calls lying lips an abomination to the Lord, clashing with any perceived endorsement of deceit in 2 Chronicles 18:15.
Proverbs 12:22: Lying lips [are] abomination to the LORD: but they that deal truly [are] his delight.
Contradiction with Titus 1:2
Speaks of God who cannot lie, presenting a counterpoint to interpretations of divine deception in 2 Chronicles 18:15.
Titus 1:2: In hope of eternal life, which God, that cannot lie, promised before the world began; [In: or, For]
Paradox #1
The contradiction or inconsistency in the context of 2 Chronicles 18:15 might relate to the interaction between the prophet Micaiah and King Ahab. Micaiah is pressured to align his prophecy with what other prophets have said to please the king, indicating a tension between true prophecy and political pressure. However, this might not constitute a clear contradiction, more so a narrative or thematic tension within the text. Thus, it seems less about historical facts and more about depicting challenges faced by true prophets in maintaining integrity.
Paradox #2
The contradiction in this verse might be seen in the tension between honesty and deception. On one hand, honesty is valued as a moral principle. On the other hand, the verse involves a situation where saying what someone wants to hear might not be truthful. This raises questions about when it's right to speak the truth versus going along with someone else's wishes.