Contradiction with Hebrews 10:4
Explains that it is not possible for the blood of bulls and goats to take away sins, contradicting the practice of sacrificing animals in 2 Chronicles 7:5.
Hebrews 10:4: For [it is] not possible that the blood of bulls and of goats should take away sins.
Contradiction with Isaiah 1:11
Emphasizes that God does not delight in the blood of bulls and lambs, which contrasts with the sacrifices described in 2 Chronicles 7:5.
Isaiah 1:11: To what purpose [is] the multitude of your sacrifices unto me? saith the LORD: I am full of the burnt offerings of rams, and the fat of fed beasts; and I delight not in the blood of bullocks, or of lambs, or of he goats. [he goats: Heb. great he goats]
Contradiction with Psalm 50:8-10
God's statement of not needing sacrifices since every beast is already His, contradicts the necessity of the abundant sacrifices presented in 2 Chronicles 7:5.
Psalm 50:8-10: I will not reprove thee for thy sacrifices or thy burnt offerings, [to have been] continually before me.
Contradiction with Hosea 6:6
God desires mercy and acknowledgment of Him rather than burnt offerings, contradicting the numerous sacrifices offered in 2 Chronicles 7:5.
Hosea 6:6: For I desired mercy, and not sacrifice; and the knowledge of God more than burnt offerings.
Contradiction with Jeremiah 7:22-23
States that God did not speak of sacrifices when He brought the Israelites out of Egypt, contradicting the sacrificial practices in 2 Chronicles 7:5.
Jeremiah 7:22-23: For I spake not unto your fathers, nor commanded them in the day that I brought them out of the land of Egypt, concerning burnt offerings or sacrifices: [concerning: Heb. concerning the matter of]
Paradox #1
The potential theological issue with 2 Chronicles 7:5 could be related to the massive number of sacrifices made. Some might question the ethical or moral implications of such large-scale animal sacrifices in worship. Additionally, the emphasis on ritual sacrifice might conflict with views that focus on internal faith or mercy over ritualistic practices. However, interpretations can vary based on broader theological perspectives.
Paradox #2
The potential scientific inconsistency in that verse is related to the large number of animals sacrificed. The logistical challenge of gathering, managing, and sacrificing such a large number of animals in one event may raise questions about feasibility and historical accuracy from a scientific or practical perspective.
Paradox #3
The contradiction or conflict in 2 Chronicles 7:5 might stem from the large number of animal sacrifices described, which could clash with modern ethical views on animal rights and the treatment of animals. While the act is portrayed as a form of devotion and worship in the context of the scripture, some might see it as inconsistent with contemporary values that emphasize compassion and humane treatment of all living beings.
Paradox #4
The potential contradiction concerns the large number of sacrifices mentioned. It may seem inconsistent with logistical or practical considerations, like how the animals could be sacrificed or managed in the available time and space.