Contradictions and Paradoxes in 2 Chronicles 21:8

Check out Contradictions Catalog of 2 Chronicles 21:8 for the comprehensive list of verses that contradicts 2 Chronicles 21:8. Some key contradictions and paradoxes are described below.

According to the author of the book, this verse means that the people of Edom decided they didn't want to be ruled by the king of Judah anymore, so they chose their own king instead. This shows that sometimes people wanted to make their own decisions and be independent.

2 Chronicles 21:8: In his days the Edomites revolted from under the dominion of Judah, and made themselves a king. [dominion: Heb. hand]

Contradiction with 2 Kings 8:20

This verse describes a similar event but may differ slightly in details or context, which might appear as a contradiction.

2 Kings 8:20: In his days Edom revolted from under the hand of Judah, and made a king over themselves.

Paradox #1

2 Chronicles 21:8 mentions Edom revolting against Judah’s rule. A possible historical inconsistency is regarding the timeline. Other parts of the Bible, like 2 Kings 8:20, also mention this revolt, but there can be differences in descriptions or timing when events took place, leading to questions about which account is more accurate.

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