Contradictions and Paradoxes in 2 Chronicles 6:30

Check out Contradictions Catalog of 2 Chronicles 6:30 for the comprehensive list of verses that contradicts 2 Chronicles 6:30. Some key contradictions and paradoxes are described below.

According to the author of the book, God can hear and see everything from heaven and knows what's really in each person's heart. He can forgive people and give them what they deserve based on their actions and their true selves.

2 Chronicles 6:30: Then hear thou from heaven thy dwelling place, and forgive, and render unto every man according unto all his ways, whose heart thou knowest; (for thou only knowest the hearts of the children of men:)

Contradiction with Jeremiah 17:9

States the heart is deceitful above all things, contrasting God knowing every heart in 2 Chronicles 6:30.

Jeremiah 17:9: The heart [is] deceitful above all [things], and desperately wicked: who can know it?

Contradiction with 1 Samuel 16:7

Emphasizes that God looks on the heart, which aligns rather than contradicts; however, the context of judging appearance differs.

1 Samuel 16:7: But the LORD said unto Samuel, Look not on his countenance, or on the height of his stature; because I have refused him: for [the LORD seeth] not as man seeth; for man looketh on the outward appearance, but the LORD looketh on the heart. [outward...: Heb. eyes]

Contradiction with Hebrews 4:13

States nothing is hidden from God's sight, similar to knowing every heart but adds the all-exposing power of God's word.

Hebrews 4:13: Neither is there any creature that is not manifest in his sight: but all things [are] naked and opened unto the eyes of him with whom we have to do.

Contradiction with Proverbs 28:26

States trusting one’s own heart is foolish, implying a different perspective on the understanding of hearts.

Proverbs 28:26: He that trusteth in his own heart is a fool: but whoso walketh wisely, he shall be delivered.

Contradiction with Psalm 139:23

Requests God to search the heart, suggesting a conscious invitation rather than God's inherent knowledge as presented in 2 Chronicles 6:30.

Psalm 139:23: Search me, O God, and know my heart: try me, and know my thoughts:

Paradox #1

The potential contradiction or inconsistency could relate to the idea of God knowing each person's heart and thoughts, as implied in 2 Chronicles 6:30, versus other verses that suggest actions and decisions are weighed more heavily than inner thoughts or intent. This can raise questions about the balance between internal beliefs and external actions in religious doctrine. However, interpretations vary, so conflicts depend on theological viewpoints.

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