Contradiction with Proverbs 3:5
This verse advises to trust in the Lord with all your heart and lean not on your own understanding, contradicting the reliance on human alliances in 2 Chronicles 18:3.
Proverbs 3:5: Trust in the LORD with all thine heart; and lean not unto thine own understanding.
Contradiction with Jeremiah 17:5
This verse warns against trusting in man and making flesh one's strength, contrasting with Jehoshaphat's agreement with Ahab in 2 Chronicles 18:3.
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 Psalm 146:3
This verse advises not to put trust in princes or mortal man, where there's no help, opposing the political alliance seen in 2 Chronicles 18:3.
Psalm 146:3: Put not your trust in princes, [nor] in the son of man, in whom [there is] no help. [help: or, salvation]
Contradiction with Isaiah 30:1-2
These verses speak against alliances not directed by God, highlighting the contradiction with the alliance in 2 Chronicles 18:3.
Isaiah 30:1-2: Woe to the rebellious children, saith the LORD, that take counsel, but not of me; and that cover with a covering, but not of my spirit, that they may add sin to sin:
Contradiction with Hosea 5:13
This verse criticizes relying on earthly alliances for healing and strength, conflicting with the partnership in 2 Chronicles 18:3.
Hosea 5:13: When Ephraim saw his sickness, and Judah [saw] his wound, then went Ephraim to the Assyrian, and sent to king Jareb: yet could he not heal you, nor cure you of your wound. [king Jareb: or, the king of Jareb: or, the king that should plead]
Paradox #1
2 Chronicles 18:3 involves a situation where King Ahab of Israel asks King Jehoshaphat of Judah to join him in battle. A potential doctrinal conflict arises regarding alliance with those who do not follow God's ways. Jehoshaphat aligns with Ahab, known for his disobedience to God, which could be seen as inconsistent with the teachings that emphasize associating with those who uphold God's commands.
Paradox #2
The contradiction could be the idea of committing to an alliance or agreement without considering whether it aligns with one's own beliefs or values. This may create a conflict between the desire to maintain peace and cooperation and the need to stay true to personal principles and integrity.