Contradictions and Paradoxes in 2 Chronicles 28:8

Check out Contradictions Catalog of 2 Chronicles 28:8 for the comprehensive list of verses that contradicts 2 Chronicles 28:8. Some key contradictions and paradoxes are described below.

According to the Chronicler, this verse shows a time when one group took a lot of people and things from another group, like taking toys and friends away. But it's also a lesson that it's not nice or fair to take what isn't yours and that God doesn't like it when people do that to each other.

2 Chronicles 28:8: And the children of Israel carried away captive of their brethren two hundred thousand, women, sons, and daughters, and took also away much spoil from them, and brought the spoil to Samaria.

Contradiction with Luke 6:27

In 2 Chronicles 28:8, the Israelites take captives, which contradicts Jesus' teaching to love enemies and do good to those who hate you.

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

Contradiction with Matthew 5:44

2 Chronicles 28:8 mentions taking captives, whereas this verse encourages praying for and loving enemies instead.

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 12:17

The taking of captives in 2 Chronicles 28:8 contrasts with the instruction not to repay evil for evil, but to do what is right.

Romans 12:17: Recompense to no man evil for evil. Provide things honest in the sight of all men.

Contradiction with Proverbs 25:21-22

While 2 Chronicles 28:8 discusses taking captives, this proverb advises feeding and giving drink to one's enemy.

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

The potential contradiction with 2 Chronicles 28:8 could involve differing numbers or events when compared to other historical records or accounts in the Bible, such as those found in Kings. Differences in the recorded numbers of captives or casualties during battles or conflicts are examples of such inconsistencies that can arise due to different sources or transmission errors over time. If another book in the Bible or an external source mentions a different number or result for the same event, it could be seen as a conflict.

Paradox #2

The contradiction or conflict in this verse might arise from the tension between the actions described and other biblical teachings about kindness and compassion towards others. It may seem inconsistent with the broader message of loving one's neighbor and showing mercy, which are central themes in many other parts of the Bible.

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