Contradictions and Paradoxes in 2 Chronicles 2:11

Check out Contradictions Catalog of 2 Chronicles 2:11 for the comprehensive list of verses that contradicts 2 Chronicles 2:11. Some key contradictions and paradoxes are described below.

According to the author of the book, Huram, the king of Tyre, wrote to Solomon saying that God loves His people very much and that's why He made Solomon their king. This means that being king was a special job given by God to help and take care of the people.

2 Chronicles 2:11: Then Huram the king of Tyre answered in writing, which he sent to Solomon, Because the LORD hath loved his people, he hath made thee king over them.

Contradiction with Proverbs 10:22

While 2 Chronicles 2:11 depicts prosperity as a blessing specifically granted to a ruler, Proverbs 10:22 attributes prosperity to the blessing of the LORD, without referencing rulers.

Proverbs 10:22: The blessing of the LORD, it maketh rich, and he addeth no sorrow with it.

Contradiction with Ecclesiastes 5:12

2 Chronicles 2:11 suggests that wealth (prosperity) is linked to the blessings of the king, whereas Ecclesiastes 5:12 observes that the abundance of the rich can prevent sleep, implying prosperity can be burdensome.

Ecclesiastes 5:12: The sleep of a labouring man [is] sweet, whether he eat little or much: but the abundance of the rich will not suffer him to sleep.

Contradiction with Matthew 19:24

2 Chronicles 2:11 implies divine favor manifesting as prosperity, whereas Matthew 19:24 illustrates the difficulty for the rich to enter the kingdom of God, highlighting spiritual challenges with wealth.

Matthew 19:24: And again I say unto you, It is easier for a camel to go through the eye of a needle, than for a rich man to enter into the kingdom of God.

Contradiction with James 5:1-3

While 2 Chronicles 2:11 shows prosperity as positive and God-given, James 5:1-3 warns against the misery and corruption tied to riches, reflecting a negative view on material wealth.

James 5:1-3: Go to now, [ye] rich men, weep and howl for your miseries that shall come upon [you].
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.