Contradictions and Paradoxes in 2 Chronicles 29:18

Check out Contradictions Catalog of 2 Chronicles 29:18 for the comprehensive list of verses that contradicts 2 Chronicles 29:18. Some key contradictions and paradoxes are described below.

According to the writer of 2 Chronicles, the helpers told King Hezekiah that they had cleaned up God's special house and made all the special tools and tables ready again. They were happy to tell the king that everything was now nice and clean for worshiping God.

2 Chronicles 29:18: Then they went in to Hezekiah the king, and said, We have cleansed all the house of the LORD, and the altar of burnt offering, with all the vessels thereof, and the shewbread table, with all the vessels thereof.

Contradiction with 1 Samuel 15:22

This verse emphasizes obedience over offerings, contrasting Hezekiah's emphasis on temple offerings.

1 Samuel 15:22: And Samuel said, Hath the LORD [as great] delight in burnt offerings and sacrifices, as in obeying the voice of the LORD? Behold, to obey [is] better than sacrifice, [and] to hearken than the fat of rams.

Contradiction with Psalm 51:16-17

Highlights God desiring a broken spirit over burnt offerings, differing from Hezekiah's temple focus.

Psalm 51:16-17: For thou desirest not sacrifice; else would I give [it]: thou delightest not in burnt offering. [else...: or, that I should]

Contradiction with Isaiah 1:11-14

God expresses disinterest in sacrifices, contrary to the importance placed on temple offerings.

Isaiah 1:11-14: To what purpose [is] the multitude of your sacrifices unto me? saith the LORD: I am full of the burnt offerings of rams, and the fat of fed beasts; and I delight not in the blood of bullocks, or of lambs, or of he goats. [he goats: Heb. great he goats]
Disclaimer: The content provided at PolarBible.com is for educational purposes only. Readers have the full right to agree or disagree with the interpretations and conclusions presented. We take no responsibility for any actions or decisions taken based on the information provided.