Contradictions and Paradoxes in 2 Chronicles 2:2

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

According to the chronicler, Solomon organized a big group of workers to help build a temple for God. Some carried materials, some cut stones from the mountains, and others watched over the work to make sure it was done right.

2 Chronicles 2:2: And Solomon told out threescore and ten thousand men to bear burdens, and fourscore thousand to hew in the mountain, and three thousand and six hundred to oversee them.

Contradiction with Genesis 2:2

Contradicts the notion of ongoing labor by describing God's rest, highlighting a divine break after creation.

Genesis 2:2: And on the seventh day God ended his work which he had made; and he rested on the seventh day from all his work which he had made.

Contradiction with Psalm 127:1

Suggests that unless the Lord builds the house, labor is in vain, contrasting human planning with divine necessity.

Psalm 127:1: [A Song of degrees for Solomon.] Except the LORD build the house, they labour in vain that build it: except the LORD keep the city, the watchman waketh [but] in vain. [for...: or, of Solomon] [that...: Heb. that are builders of it in it]

Contradiction with Exodus 20:9-10

Emphasizes rest on the seventh day, contrasting continuous labor with mandated periods of rest and holiness.

Exodus 20:9-10: Six days shalt thou labour, and do all thy work:

Contradiction with Matthew 6:19-20

Indicates prioritizing spiritual treasures over earthly constructions, highlighting a contrast in focus and value.

Matthew 6:19-20: Lay not up for yourselves treasures upon earth, where moth and rust doth corrupt, and where thieves break through and steal:

Contradiction with Luke 10:40-42

Emphasizes choosing fellowship with God over worldly tasks, contrasting physical labor with spiritual engagement.

Luke 10:40-42: But Martha was cumbered about much serving, and came to him, and said, Lord, dost thou not care that my sister hath left me to serve alone? bid her therefore that she help me.

Paradox #1

There may be an inconsistency regarding the number of workers used to build the temple, as another part of the Bible (1 Kings 5:15-16) records different numbers for a similar task. This difference in numbers might seem conflicting to some readers.

Paradox #2

The contradiction involves the number of workers assigned. In 2 Chronicles 2:2, it mentions a certain number of workers, but there is a different count for the same group in 1 Kings 5:15-16. These discrepancies create confusion about the exact number of workers involved.

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