Contradiction with Proverbs 12:15
While 2 Chronicles 18:6 shows Jehoshaphat seeking counsel from a prophet, Proverbs 12:15 suggests that a wise person is open to counsel, contrasting with relying solely on prophetic word.
Proverbs 12:15: The way of a fool [is] right in his own eyes: but he that hearkeneth unto counsel [is] wise.
Contradiction with Jeremiah 17:5
2 Chronicles 18:6 emphasizes seeking divine guidance, whereas Jeremiah 17:5 warns against trusting in human intermediaries over the Lord.
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 Isaiah 30:1
Isaiah criticizes those who seek counsel not of God’s spirit, contrasting Jehoshaphat's attempt to seek the Lord’s word through a prophet.
Isaiah 30:1: 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 Proverbs 3:5-6
2 Chronicles 18:6 involves seeking human prophetic insight, while Proverbs advises trusting directly in the Lord rather than human understanding.
Proverbs 3:5-6: Trust in the LORD with all thine heart; and lean not unto thine own understanding.
Contradiction with James 1:5
Encourages asking God directly for wisdom, which can be seen as contradicting the need for a prophetic intermediary as implied in 2 Chronicles 18:6.
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.
Paradox #1
The potential contradiction in this verse could relate to the differing accounts of events or the characters involved when compared to other texts, such as the parallel accounts in the books of Kings. Differences in names, events, or outcomes can cause confusion and raise questions about historical accuracy or consistency between these biblical records.