Contradiction with 1 Kings 15:14
Contradicts as it mentions that the high places were not removed.
1 Kings 15:14: But the high places were not removed: nevertheless Asa's heart was perfect with the LORD all his days.
Contradiction with 2 Kings 12:3
Contradicts as it states that the high places were not taken away.
2 Kings 12:3: But the high places were not taken away: the people still sacrificed and burnt incense in the high places.
Contradiction with 2 Kings 14:4
Contradicts by indicating the high places were still not removed.
2 Kings 14:4: Howbeit the high places were not taken away: as yet the people did sacrifice and burnt incense on the high places.
Contradiction with 2 Kings 15:4
Contradicts since it suggests the high places were not departed from.
2 Kings 15:4: Save that the high places were not removed: the people sacrificed and burnt incense still on the high places.
Contradiction with 2 Kings 16:4
Contradicts as it shows people sacrificing and burning incense in the high places.
2 Kings 16:4: And he sacrificed and burnt incense in the high places, and on the hills, and under every green tree.
Paradox #1
The contradiction could be that, even though the leader did the right things in the eyes of God, the people continued to act wrongly. This raises questions about leadership effectiveness and responsibility for societal behavior.