Contradictions and Paradoxes in 2 Chronicles 32:6

Check out Contradictions Catalog of 2 Chronicles 32:6 for the comprehensive list of verses that contradicts 2 Chronicles 32:6. Some key contradictions and paradoxes are described below.

According to the author of 2 Chronicles, King Hezekiah chose leaders to help the people and spoke kindly to them to make them feel brave and safe. He wanted everyone to know they were not alone and that they should have courage.

2 Chronicles 32:6: And he set captains of war over the people, and gathered them together to him in the street of the gate of the city, and spake comfortably to them, saying, [spake...: Heb. he spoke to their heart]

Contradiction with Matthew 5:44

2 Chronicles 32:6 discusses preparation for war, whereas Matthew 5:44 emphasizes loving enemies and praying for those who persecute you.

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 Exodus 14:14

2 Chronicles 32:6 mentions preparations for battle and encourages strength and courage, while Exodus 14:14 teaches that the Lord will fight for you; you need only to be still.

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

Contradiction with Romans 12:19

2 Chronicles 32:6 involves defense and expected retaliation, contrasting with Romans 12:19, which urges believers not to take revenge but to leave room for God's wrath.

Romans 12:19: Dearly beloved, avenge not yourselves, but [rather] give place unto wrath: for it is written, Vengeance [is] mine; I will repay, saith the Lord.

Contradiction with Proverbs 20:22

2 Chronicles 32:6 refers to gearing up for battle and encourages readiness, which contrasts with Proverbs 20:22, advocating not to say "I'll pay you back for this wrong!" but to wait for the Lord.

Proverbs 20:22: Say not thou, I will recompense evil; [but] wait on the LORD, and he shall save thee.

Paradox #1

This verse involves a leader encouraging his people to be strong and courageous in the face of an enemy. A potential contradiction might arise if this message is seen as promoting warfare or conflict, which could be inconsistent with other teachings in the Bible that advocate for peace and reconciliation.

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