Contradiction with Jeremiah 14:14
It contradicts as it speaks about false prophets lying in God's name, whereas 2 Chronicles 18:5 involves prophets prophesying success.
Jeremiah 14:14: Then the LORD said unto me, The prophets prophesy lies in my name: I sent them not, neither have I commanded them, neither spake unto them: they prophesy unto you a false vision and divination, and a thing of nought, and the deceit of their heart.
Contradiction with 1 Kings 22:6
Similar to 2 Chronicles 18:5, it contradicts by providing another instance of consensus among prophets that is later proven wrong.
1 Kings 22:6: Then the king of Israel gathered the prophets together, about four hundred men, and said unto them, Shall I go against Ramothgilead to battle, or shall I forbear? And they said, Go up; for the Lord shall deliver [it] into the hand of the king.
Contradiction with Ezekiel 13:3
This verse warns against following false prophets, contradicting the seemingly unified prophetic message in 2 Chronicles 18:5.
Ezekiel 13:3: Thus saith the Lord GOD; Woe unto the foolish prophets, that follow their own spirit, and have seen nothing! [follow: Heb. walk after] [and...: or, and things which they have not seen]
Contradiction with Deuteronomy 18:20
Contradicts by warning that prophets speaking presumptuously without God's command shall die, contrasting with the unanimous prophecy of success.
Deuteronomy 18:20: But the prophet, which shall presume to speak a word in my name, which I have not commanded him to speak, or that shall speak in the name of other gods, even that prophet shall die.
Contradiction with Jeremiah 23:21
Speaks of prophets who prophesy despite not being sent by God, contradicting the unity shown by the prophets in 2 Chronicles 18:5.
Jeremiah 23:21: I have not sent these prophets, yet they ran: I have not spoken to them, yet they prophesied.
Paradox #1
This verse could be seen as contradicting the concept of divine truth in prophecy because it shows prophets unanimously agreeing on a positive prediction, which later is revealed to be misleading. It raises questions about the reliability of prophetic messages when influenced by human desires instead of divine truth.
Paradox #2
The possible contradiction in 2 Chronicles 18:5 is the reliance on a large number of prophets who may give advice based on what they think the king wants to hear, rather than speaking the truth or seeking genuine guidance from God. This presents a conflict between seeking truth and merely seeking confirmation of one's desires, which can lead to misguided actions.