Contradictions and Paradoxes in 2 Chronicles 18:4

Check out Contradictions Catalog of 2 Chronicles 18:4 for the comprehensive list of verses that contradicts 2 Chronicles 18:4. Some key contradictions and paradoxes are described below.

According to the author of 2 Chronicles, this means King Jehoshaphat wanted to ask God for guidance before making decisions. He thought it was important to hear what God had to say through His prophets.

2 Chronicles 18:4: And Jehoshaphat said unto the king of Israel, Enquire, I pray thee, at the word of the LORD to day.

Contradiction with Proverbs 3:5

"Trust in the LORD with all thine heart; and lean not unto thine own understanding" contrasts with seeking counsel from prophets.

Proverbs 3:5: Trust in the LORD with all thine heart; and lean not unto thine own understanding.

Contradiction with James 1:5

This verse advises seeking wisdom from God directly rather than seeking it from prophets.

James 1:5: If any of you lack wisdom, let him ask of God, that giveth to all [men] liberally, and upbraideth not; and it shall be given him.

Contradiction with Matthew 6:33

Encourages seeking kingdom of God first, implying reliance on God’s guidance over prophetic consultation.

Matthew 6:33: But seek ye first the kingdom of God, and his righteousness; and all these things shall be added unto you.

Contradiction with Isaiah 55:8-9

God's ways and thoughts are higher than human's, suggesting reliance on God rather than human prophets.

Isaiah 55:8-9: For my thoughts [are] not your thoughts, neither [are] your ways my ways, saith the LORD.

Contradiction with Deuteronomy 4:29

Urges seeking God with all heart, which contrasts with seeking a prophet for guidance.

Deuteronomy 4:29: But if from thence thou shalt seek the LORD thy God, thou shalt find [him], if thou seek him with all thy heart and with all thy soul.

Contradiction with Jeremiah 33:3

God invites people to call upon Him directly for answers, rather than consulting prophets.

Jeremiah 33:3: Call unto me, and I will answer thee, and shew thee great and mighty things, which thou knowest not. [mighty: or, hidden]

Contradiction with Matthew 11:28-30

Jesus offers rest and guidance to those who come to Him, bypassing human intermediaries.

Matthew 11:28-30: Come unto me, all [ye] that labour and are heavy laden, and I will give you rest.

Contradiction with John 16:13

The Spirit is described as a guide into all truth, suggesting reliance on the Spirit over prophets.

John 16:13: Howbeit when he, the Spirit of truth, is come, he will guide you into all truth: for he shall not speak of himself; but whatsoever he shall hear, [that] shall he speak: and he will shew you things to come.

Contradiction with Psalm 32:8

God personally instructs and teaches, contrasting with reliance on human prophets for guidance.

Psalm 32:8: I will instruct thee and teach thee in the way which thou shalt go: I will guide thee with mine eye. [guide...: Heb. counsel thee, mine eye shall be upon thee]

Contradiction with John 14:26

The Holy Spirit is the promised guide and teacher, potentially reducing the need for seeking prophet’s counsel.

John 14:26: But the Comforter, [which is] the Holy Ghost, whom the Father will send in my name, he shall teach you all things, and bring all things to your remembrance, whatsoever I have said unto you.

Paradox #1

The moral conflict in the verse could arise from seeking God's guidance while knowing different advisors might contradict those divine instructions. It highlights the difficulty of navigating human advice alongside spiritual counsel.

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