Contradiction with 2 Chronicles 32:26
Demonstrates Hezekiah humbling himself, contradicting the pride in 32:25.
2 Chronicles 32:26: Notwithstanding Hezekiah humbled himself for the pride of his heart, [both] he and the inhabitants of Jerusalem, so that the wrath of the LORD came not upon them in the days of Hezekiah. [pride: Heb. lifting up]
Contradiction with 2 Kings 20:3
Hezekiah pleads his faithfulness, contrasting the pride mentioned in 32:25.
2 Kings 20:3: I beseech thee, O LORD, remember now how I have walked before thee in truth and with a perfect heart, and have done [that which is] good in thy sight. And Hezekiah wept sore. [sore: Heb. with a great weeping]
Contradiction with Isaiah 38:3
Aligns with 2 Kings 20:3, showing Hezekiah's righteousness, conflicting with his pride in 32:25.
Isaiah 38:3: And said, Remember now, O LORD, I beseech thee, how I have walked before thee in truth and with a perfect heart, and have done [that which is] good in thy sight. And Hezekiah wept sore. [sore: Heb. with great weeping]
Paradox #1
The contradiction or conflict in this verse could be seen in how pride can lead to negative consequences. Despite receiving help and blessings, Hezekiah's heart became proud, which may seem at odds with the virtues of humility and gratitude often promoted in the Bible. This could raise questions about the relationship between receiving grace and maintaining humility.