Contradictions and Paradoxes in 2 Chronicles 29:23

Check out Contradictions Catalog of 2 Chronicles 29:23 for the comprehensive list of verses that contradicts 2 Chronicles 29:23. Some key contradictions and paradoxes are described below.

According to the chronicler, the goats were brought to the king and the people to take away their bad choices, and they placed their hands on the goats to show they wanted to say sorry for the wrong things they did.

2 Chronicles 29:23: And they brought forth the he goats [for] the sin offering before the king and the congregation; and they laid their hands upon them: [forth: Heb. near]

Contradiction with Psalm 51:16

This verse states that God does not delight in sacrifice, whereas 2 Chronicles 29:23 involves offering sacrifices as part of the purification of the temple.

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 Hosea 6:6

This verse emphasizes that God desires mercy and knowledge of Him more than burnt offerings, which contrasts with the sacrificial practice described in 2 Chronicles 29:23.

Hosea 6:6: For I desired mercy, and not sacrifice; and the knowledge of God more than burnt offerings.

Contradiction with Micah 6:6-7

These verses question the value of offerings and sacrifices, in contrast to the sacrificial ritual mentioned in 2 Chronicles 29:23.

Micah 6:6-7: Wherewith shall I come before the LORD, [and] bow myself before the high God? shall I come before him with burnt offerings, with calves of a year old? [of a...: Heb. sons of a year?]

Contradiction with Matthew 9:13

In this verse, Jesus quotes Hosea, stating that God desires mercy, not sacrifice, which is at odds with the sacrificial actions in 2 Chronicles 29:23.

Matthew 9:13: But go ye and learn what [that] meaneth, I will have mercy, and not sacrifice: for I am not come to call the righteous, but sinners to repentance.

Contradiction with Hebrews 10:4-5

These verses argue that it is not possible for the blood of bulls and goats to take away sins, contrasting with the sacrificial system in 2 Chronicles 29:23.

Hebrews 10:4-5: For [it is] not possible that the blood of bulls and of goats should take away sins.

Paradox #1

The contradiction or conflict might arise from the idea of using animals for sacrifice as a way to atone for human sins. This practice could be seen as inconsistent with modern views on animal rights and the belief in the sanctity of all living beings. Some might question why innocent animals must suffer for the wrongdoings of people, which could create a moral tension for those who value compassion towards all creatures.

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