Contradiction with Matthew 5:44
This verse instructs to love enemies and pray for those who persecute you, which contradicts the directive of executing the queen mother found in 2 Chronicles 23:14.
Matthew 5:44: But I say unto you, Love your enemies, bless them that curse you, do good to them that hate you, and pray for them which despitefully use you, and persecute you;
Contradiction with Romans 12:19
Advises against seeking personal vengeance because vengeance belongs to God, contrasting with the direct and punitive action in 2 Chronicles 23:14.
Romans 12:19: Dearly beloved, avenge not yourselves, but [rather] give place unto wrath: for it is written, Vengeance [is] mine; I will repay, saith the Lord.
Contradiction with 1 Peter 3:9
Encourages not repaying evil with evil or insult with insult, in contrast to the execution order in 2 Chronicles 23:14.
1 Peter 3:9: Not rendering evil for evil, or railing for railing: but contrariwise blessing; knowing that ye are thereunto called, that ye should inherit a blessing.
Contradiction with Matthew 7:1
Advises against judging others, whereas 2 Chronicles 23:14 involves judging and executing Athaliah.
Matthew 7:1: Judge not, that ye be not judged.
Contradiction with Luke 6:27
Commands to love and do good to enemies, presenting a counterpoint to the action of putting to death described in 2 Chronicles 23:14.
Luke 6:27: But I say unto you which hear, Love your enemies, do good to them which hate you,
Contradiction with Proverbs 25:21-22
Suggests feeding an enemy if they’re hungry, instead of executing them, which is contrary to 2 Chronicles 23:14.
Proverbs 25:21-22: If thine enemy be hungry, give him bread to eat; and if he be thirsty, give him water to drink:
Paradox #1
2 Chronicles 23:14 can be seen as having a contradiction because it involves violence and judgment, which might conflict with the broader biblical themes of mercy and forgiveness. This creates tension between justice and compassion.