Contradiction with 2 Chronicles 33:17
This verse shows that people continued to sacrifice and burn incense at high places, contradicting 2 Chronicles 32:12 where it is stated they only worshipped at one altar.
2 Chronicles 33:17: Nevertheless the people did sacrifice still in the high places, [yet] unto the LORD their God only.
Contradiction with 2 Kings 14:4
Although similar reforms were made, the high places were not taken away, indicating the continuation of worship at sites other than the centralized altar mentioned in 2 Chronicles 32:12.
2 Kings 14:4: Howbeit the high places were not taken away: as yet the people did sacrifice and burnt incense on the high places.
Contradiction with 1 Kings 3:3
Solomon, although he loved the Lord, sacrificed and burnt incense in high places, indicating a different practice from the exclusive altar worship stated in 2 Chronicles 32:12.
1 Kings 3:3: And Solomon loved the LORD, walking in the statutes of David his father: only he sacrificed and burnt incense in high places.
Contradiction with 1 Kings 15:14
This verse notes that the high places were not removed, showing a continuation of practices opposing the centralized worship in 2 Chronicles 32:12.
1 Kings 15:14: But the high places were not removed: nevertheless Asa's heart was perfect with the LORD all his days.
Contradiction with 2 Kings 12:3
The high places were not taken away; the people still sacrificed and burnt incense in high places, which contrasts with the worship at one altar described in 2 Chronicles 32:12.
2 Kings 12:3: But the high places were not taken away: the people still sacrificed and burnt incense in the high places.
Paradox #1
2 Chronicles 32:12 might seem contradictory if compared with other parts of the Bible discussing worship, particularly when considering Hezekiah's reforms. Hezekiah removed high places and altars to centralize worship in Jerusalem at the temple. For people who might read other verses that suggest worship should happen in designated places, it could seem inconsistent since Hezekiah's actions were intended to align with what was prescribed for proper worship. This might look like a conflict if not understanding the historical and religious context of why centralized worship was encouraged during Hezekiah's reign.