Contradictions and Paradoxes in 2 Chronicles 32:4

Check out Contradictions Catalog of 2 Chronicles 32:4 for the comprehensive list of verses that contradicts 2 Chronicles 32:4. Some key contradictions and paradoxes are described below.

According to the author of 2 Chronicles, the people worked together to block the water so that the enemies wouldn't have any when they came. They wanted to make sure the bad guys couldn't easily find water to drink when they tried to take over the land.

2 Chronicles 32:4: So there was gathered much people together, who stopped all the fountains, and the brook that ran through the midst of the land, saying, Why should the kings of Assyria come, and find much water? [ran: Heb. overflowed]

Contradiction with Proverbs 3:5

This verse emphasizes trusting in the Lord rather than leaning on one's own understanding, which could contradict the strategic human effort to stop river flow for defense.

Proverbs 3:5: Trust in the LORD with all thine heart; and lean not unto thine own understanding.

Contradiction with Matthew 5:44

This verse encourages love for enemies, contradicting the act of obstructing a water source to potentially harm invading forces.

Matthew 5:44: But I say unto you, Love your enemies, bless them that curse you, do good to them that hate you, and pray for them which despitefully use you, and persecute you;

Contradiction with Romans 12:17

Advises against repaying evil for evil, contrasting with the defensive strategy implied in 2 Chronicles 32:4.

Romans 12:17: Recompense to no man evil for evil. Provide things honest in the sight of all men.

Contradiction with Matthew 6:34

Encourages not worrying about tomorrow, whereas stopping the water supply is a preemptive action rooted in concern for future warfare.

Matthew 6:34: Take therefore no thought for the morrow: for the morrow shall take thought for the things of itself. Sufficient unto the day [is] the evil thereof.

Contradiction with Exodus 14:14

States the Lord will fight for you, suggesting reliance on divine intervention rather than human strategizing like stopping waters.

Exodus 14:14: The LORD shall fight for you, and ye shall hold your peace.

Paradox #1

This verse involves actions taken by leaders to protect their city, which could be seen as conflicting with values like kindness to neighbors, as these actions might negatively impact surrounding areas or people. The contradiction arises from balancing self-protection with the well-being of others.

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