Contradiction with 2 Kings 19:35
Contradicts by attributing the destruction of the Assyrian army solely to the angel of the Lord, without mentioning any intervention by God sending an angel to cut off the mighty men and leaders.
2 Kings 19:35: And it came to pass that night, that the angel of the LORD went out, and smote in the camp of the Assyrians an hundred fourscore and five thousand: and when they arose early in the morning, behold, they [were] all dead corpses.
Paradox #1
The contradiction or conflict could arise when comparing 2 Chronicles 32:21 with other verses that emphasize God's love, mercy, or forgiveness. The verse describes God's intervention leading to the defeat of an enemy, which may seem in contrast to teachings about forgiveness and loving one's enemies. This might appear inconsistent with the idea that God always acts in ways that align with mercy and patience. However, many believers understand these actions within the context of divine justice and protection for His people.
Paradox #2
The contradiction could be related to the differing accounts of the same event. In 2 Chronicles 32:21, it states that an angel struck down the Assyrian army, leading to their defeat. However, in another part of the Bible, 2 Kings 19:35, a similar event is described, but with varying details about how it occurred. Additionally, historical records from Assyria might not fully align with the biblical accounts, leading some to see inconsistencies between biblical and historical descriptions.
Paradox #3
The moral conflict in this verse could be seen in the way it depicts divine intervention leading to violence or death. Some might see a contradiction in the idea of a loving and merciful deity causing or allowing harm to befall others. This raises questions about justice and whether such actions align with the idea of an all-good and forgiving God.