Contradictions and Paradoxes in 2 Kings 10:11

Check out Contradictions Catalog of 2 Kings 10:11 for the comprehensive list of verses that contradicts 2 Kings 10:11. Some key contradictions and paradoxes are described below.

According to the author of the Book of Kings, Jehu was following God's plan to stop bad things by getting rid of all the people who were part of Ahab's family and his helpers. This was to make sure the kingdom could have a fresh start with good leaders.

2 Kings 10:11: So Jehu slew all that remained of the house of Ahab in Jezreel, and all his great men, and his kinsfolks, and his priests, until he left him none remaining. [kinsfolks: or, acquaintance]

Contradiction with Exodus 20:13

This verse commands "Thou shalt not kill," which contradicts the mass killing carried out in 2 Kings 10:11.

Exodus 20:13: Thou shalt not kill.

Contradiction with Matthew 5:44

This verse instructs to "love your enemies," conflicting with Jehu's actions of killing his enemies in 2 Kings 10:11.

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 Romans 12:19

This verse advises against vengeance, which contradicts Jehu's actions of vengeance in 2 Kings 10:11.

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 24:17

This verse counsels not to rejoice when enemies fall, which contrasts with the violent actions in 2 Kings 10:11.

Proverbs 24:17: Rejoice not when thine enemy falleth, and let not thine heart be glad when he stumbleth:

Contradiction with Romans 13:10

This verse states, "Love worketh no ill to his neighbour," contradicting the harming of many in 2 Kings 10:11.

Romans 13:10: Love worketh no ill to his neighbour: therefore love [is] the fulfilling of the law.

Paradox #1

This verse might show a contradiction or conflict because it involves the killing of many people, including the family of Ahab. Some may see this as conflicting with other biblical teachings that emphasize mercy, forgiveness, and the value of human life.

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