Contradiction with Hebrews 10:4
This verse states that it is not possible for the blood of bulls and goats to take away sins, while 2 Chronicles 29:22 describes a ritual where such sacrifices were made for atonement.
Hebrews 10:4: For [it is] not possible that the blood of bulls and of goats should take away sins.
Contradiction with Isaiah 1:11
This verse expresses God's disdain for the multitude of sacrifices, contradicting 2 Chronicles 29:22 where sacrifices are part of pleasing God and making atonement.
Isaiah 1:11: 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]
Contradiction with Psalm 51:16
This verse indicates God does not delight in sacrifices, contrary to the sacrificial practices described in 2 Chronicles 29:22.
Psalm 51:16: For thou desirest not sacrifice; else would I give [it]: thou delightest not in burnt offering. [else...: or, that I should]
Contradiction with Jeremiah 7:22
This verse claims God did not command burnt offerings and sacrifices at the time of the Exodus, which stands in contrast to the detailed sacrificial practices in 2 Chronicles 29:22.
Jeremiah 7:22: For I spake not unto your fathers, nor commanded them in the day that I brought them out of the land of Egypt, concerning burnt offerings or sacrifices: [concerning: Heb. concerning the matter of]
Contradiction with Hosea 6:6
This verse emphasizes the desire for mercy rather than sacrifice, which contradicts the sacrificial practices for atonement mentioned in 2 Chronicles 29:22.
Hosea 6:6: For I desired mercy, and not sacrifice; and the knowledge of God more than burnt offerings.
Contradiction with Amos 5:22
This verse portrays God as displeased with burnt offerings and sacrifices, opposing the sacrificial ritual in 2 Chronicles 29:22 that seeks to earn God's favor.
Amos 5:22: Though ye offer me burnt offerings and your meat offerings, I will not accept [them]: neither will I regard the peace offerings of your fat beasts. [peace...: or, thank offerings]
Paradox #1
This verse could present a contradiction or conflict because it involves animal sacrifice as a means to seek forgiveness or purification. Some might view this practice as conflicting with modern ethical views on animal rights and the value of animal life. The idea of needing to take a life to appease a deity might not align with contemporary moral beliefs about compassion and non-violence.