Contradictions and Paradoxes in 2 Chronicles 28:13

Check out Contradictions Catalog of 2 Chronicles 28:13 for the comprehensive list of verses that contradicts 2 Chronicles 28:13. Some key contradictions and paradoxes are described below.

According to the author of 2 Chronicles, the leaders were telling their people not to take more prisoners because they had already made God upset with their wrong actions, and doing more bad things would make it even worse for them. They knew they had done wrong, and they didn't want to make God any angrier with them.

2 Chronicles 28:13: And said unto them, Ye shall not bring in the captives hither: for whereas we have offended against the LORD [already], ye intend to add [more] to our sins and to our trespass: for our trespass is great, and [there is] fierce wrath against Israel.

Contradiction with Matthew 5:44

This verse instructs to love your enemies and bless them, contradicting the idea of not letting captives go.

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 12:20

This verse advises feeding and caring for your enemy, in contrast to preventing captives from being returned.

Romans 12:20: Therefore if thine enemy hunger, feed him; if he thirst, give him drink: for in so doing thou shalt heap coals of fire on his head.

Contradiction with Luke 6:27-28

These verses emphasize doing good to those who hate you, conflicting with restricting captives' return.

Luke 6:27-28: But I say unto you which hear, Love your enemies, do good to them which hate you,

Paradox #1

The leaders in 2 Chronicles 28:13 advise against taking captives from among their own people, highlighting the importance of compassion and the avoidance of unnecessary cruelty. This advice might seem contradictory when compared to other parts of the Bible where taking captives in warfare is permitted or even commanded. The inconsistency lies in the differing approaches to warfare and treatment of enemies within the scripture.

Paradox #2

2 Chronicles 28:13 mentions warriors not bringing captives to Judah because this act would be a sin. This can seem inconsistent with other Old Testament passages where taking captives and spoils in battle were sometimes instructed or allowed. The contradiction might lie in differing interpretations or applications of God's laws during different times or situations.

Paradox #3

This verse highlights a potential moral conflict regarding mercy and justice. It portrays a situation where guidance is given to avoid adding to guilt by returning captives, which could be seen as compassionate. However, earlier scriptures sometimes encourage harsh treatment of enemies. This can create confusion about whether mercy or retribution is the primary moral lesson.

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