Contradictions and Paradoxes in 2 Chronicles 23:7

Check out Contradictions Catalog of 2 Chronicles 23:7 for the comprehensive list of verses that contradicts 2 Chronicles 23:7. Some key contradictions and paradoxes are described below.

According to the author of 2 Chronicles, the Levites, who were special helpers in the temple, had to protect the king by standing around him with their weapons. If anyone else tried to come inside where they weren't supposed to be, they would be stopped and punished, showing how important it was to keep the king safe.

2 Chronicles 23:7: And the Levites shall compass the king round about, every man with his weapons in his hand; and whosoever [else] cometh into the house, he shall be put to death: but be ye with the king when he cometh in, and when he goeth out.

Contradiction with Matthew 5:44

This verse instructs to love enemies, in contrast to the protection and potential violence implied in 2 Chronicles 23:7.

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

Encourages not to seek vengeance and leave it to God's wrath, contradicting the active protection and defense role in 2 Chronicles 23:7.

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 Luke 6:29

Advises to turn the other cheek instead of defending with force as in 2 Chronicles 23:7.

Luke 6:29: And unto him that smiteth thee on the [one] cheek offer also the other; and him that taketh away thy cloke forbid not [to take thy] coat also.

Contradiction with Exodus 20:13

The commandment "Thou shalt not kill" contradicts the authorization for potential use of lethal force suggested in 2 Chronicles 23:7.

Exodus 20:13: Thou shalt not kill.

Contradiction with Proverbs 25:21

Advises on feeding the enemy, contrasting with the idea of protection against them in 2 Chronicles 23:7.

Proverbs 25:21: If thine enemy be hungry, give him bread to eat; and if he be thirsty, give him water to drink:
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