Contradictions and Paradoxes in 2 Chronicles 26:7

Check out Contradictions Catalog of 2 Chronicles 26:7 for the comprehensive list of verses that contradicts 2 Chronicles 26:7. Some key contradictions and paradoxes are described below.

According to the author of the book, God gave special help to a king so he and his people could be safe from some enemies called the Philistines, the Arabians, and the Mehunims. This means God was looking out for them and making sure they won their battles.

2 Chronicles 26:7: And God helped him against the Philistines, and against the Arabians that dwelt in Gurbaal, and the Mehunims.

Contradiction with 2 Chronicles 32:7-8

While 2 Chronicles 26:7 speaks of God helping Uzziah against his enemies, here it is emphasized that human strength is not enough, indicating that reliance on God is necessary in the face of enemies, suggesting a broader context of dependence beyond battles.

2 Chronicles 32:7-8: Be strong and courageous, be not afraid nor dismayed for the king of Assyria, nor for all the multitude that [is] with him: for [there be] more with us than with him:

Contradiction with Proverbs 21:31

This verse states that safety is of the Lord, even if preparations for battle are made, which suggests that preparation alone may not guarantee victory, potentially contradicting the idea that Uzziah's victories were solely due to God's help.

Proverbs 21:31: The horse [is] prepared against the day of battle: but safety [is] of the LORD. [safety: or, victory]

Contradiction with James 4:6

This verse highlights that God gives grace to the humble and resists the proud, which could imply that Uzziah's reliance on God's help might require humility, contradicting any notion of victory through mere divine choice without spiritual disposition.

James 4:6: But he giveth more grace. Wherefore he saith, God resisteth the proud, but giveth grace unto the humble.

Contradiction with Jeremiah 9:23-24

Suggests that wisdom, might, and riches should not be boasted about if God is not acknowledged, possibly contradicting the idea of earthly victories attributed solely to God's intervention without a relationship with Him.

Jeremiah 9:23-24: Thus saith the LORD, Let not the wise [man] glory in his wisdom, neither let the mighty [man] glory in his might, let not the rich [man] glory in his riches:
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