Contradictions and Paradoxes in 2 Chronicles 36:8

Check out Contradictions Catalog of 2 Chronicles 36:8 for the comprehensive list of verses that contradicts 2 Chronicles 36:8. Some key contradictions and paradoxes are described below.

According to the author of Chronicles, Jehoiakim was a king who did bad things, and his actions are recorded in another book about the kings. After he stopped being king, his son Jehoiachin became the new king.

2 Chronicles 36:8: Now the rest of the acts of Jehoiakim, and his abominations which he did, and that which was found in him, behold, they [are] written in the book of the kings of Israel and Judah: and Jehoiachin his son reigned in his stead. [Jehoiachin: also called, Jeconiah, or, Coniah]

Contradiction with John 5:28-29

Contradicts the finality of Jehoiakim's end as given in 2 Chronicles 36:8 by suggesting a resurrection for all people.

John 5:28-29: Marvel not at this: for the hour is coming, in the which all that are in the graves shall hear his voice,

Contradiction with Jeremiah 22:18-19

Contradicts the statement in 2 Chronicles 36:8 regarding Jehoiakim's burial by asserting he won't have the burial rites of a king.

Jeremiah 22:18-19: Therefore thus saith the LORD concerning Jehoiakim the son of Josiah king of Judah; They shall not lament for him, [saying], Ah my brother! or, Ah sister! they shall not lament for him, [saying], Ah lord! or, Ah his glory!

Contradiction with 2 Kings 24:6

Suggests a peaceful rest for Jehoiakim, whereas 2 Chronicles 36:8 implies additional evil deeds and a more ignoble end.

2 Kings 24:6: So Jehoiakim slept with his fathers: and Jehoiachin his son reigned in his stead.

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