Contradictions and Paradoxes in 2 Chronicles 31:4

Check out Contradictions Catalog of 2 Chronicles 31:4 for the comprehensive list of verses that contradicts 2 Chronicles 31:4. Some key contradictions and paradoxes are described below.

According to the author of Chronicles, this verse means that the king asked the people living in Jerusalem to give gifts to the priests and Levites. This was to help the priests and Levites feel happy and do a good job teaching God's rules.

2 Chronicles 31:4: Moreover he commanded the people that dwelt in Jerusalem to give the portion of the priests and the Levites, that they might be encouraged in the law of the LORD.

Contradiction with Exodus 22:29

This verse instructs offering the first of ripe fruits and liquors without delay, which contrasts with 2 Chronicles 31:4’s focus on regular contributions rather than timing.

Exodus 22:29: Thou shalt not delay [to offer] the first of thy ripe fruits, and of thy liquors: the firstborn of thy sons shalt thou give unto me. [the first...: Heb. thy fulness] [liquors: Heb. tear]

Contradiction with Matthew 6:1

Jesus warns against performing acts of righteousness before others to be seen by them, while 2 Chronicles 31:4 implies a public command to support the priests and Levites.

Matthew 6:1: Take heed that ye do not your alms before men, to be seen of them: otherwise ye have no reward of your Father which is in heaven. [alms: or, righteousness] [of your: or, with your]
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