Contradictions and Paradoxes in 2 Chronicles 3:17

Check out Contradictions Catalog of 2 Chronicles 3:17 for the comprehensive list of verses that contradicts 2 Chronicles 3:17. Some key contradictions and paradoxes are described below.

According to the chronicler, these two big pillars in front of the temple called Jachin and Boaz were very special and helped remind people that God makes things strong and keeps them safe. They showed how strong and amazing the temple and God's promises are.

2 Chronicles 3:17: And he reared up the pillars before the temple, one on the right hand, and the other on the left; and called the name of that on the right hand Jachin, and the name of that on the left Boaz. [Jachin: that is, He shall establish] [Boaz: that is, In it is strength]

Contradiction with Exodus 20:4

This verse prohibits the making of graven images, while 2 Chronicles 3:17 describes the erection of pillars which could be considered graven images or idols.

Exodus 20:4: Thou shalt not make unto thee any graven image, or any likeness [of any thing] that [is] in heaven above, or that [is] in the earth beneath, or that [is] in the water under the earth:

Contradiction with Leviticus 26:1

Prohibits setting up an image or pillar to bow down to it, whereas 2 Chronicles 3:17 details setting up pillars presumably for religious decoration or significance.

Leviticus 26:1: Ye shall make you no idols nor graven image, neither rear you up a standing image, neither shall ye set up [any] image of stone in your land, to bow down unto it: for I [am] the LORD your God. [standing...: or, pillar] [image of...: or, figured stone: Heb. a stone of picture]

Contradiction with Deuteronomy 16:22

Condemns setting up sacred pillars, yet 2 Chronicles 3:17 involves the erection of two significant decorative pillars at the temple.

Deuteronomy 16:22: Neither shalt thou set thee up [any] image; which the LORD thy God hateth. [image: or, statue, or, pillar]
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