Contradictions and Paradoxes in 2 Kings 10:13

Check out Contradictions Catalog of 2 Kings 10:13 for the comprehensive list of verses that contradicts 2 Kings 10:13. Some key contradictions and paradoxes are described below.

According to the author of the book, Jehu saw some people and asked who they were. They said they were the family of King Ahaziah, and they were going to visit the king's children.

2 Kings 10:13: Jehu met with the brethren of Ahaziah king of Judah, and said, Who [are] ye? And they answered, We [are] the brethren of Ahaziah; and we go down to salute the children of the king and the children of the queen. [met with: Heb. found] [to salute...: Heb. to the peace of, etc]

Contradiction with Exodus 20:13

2 Kings 10:13 describes the killing of people, whereas Exodus 20:13 clearly states "Thou shalt not kill," which contradicts the act of killing in this verse.

Exodus 20:13: Thou shalt not kill.

Contradiction with Matthew 5:44

2 Kings 10:13 involves an act of violence, while Matthew 5:44 instructs to "Love your enemies" and "do good to them that hate you," promoting peace and love.

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

2 Kings 10:13 features vengeance, but Romans 12:19 urges believers to "avenge not yourselves" and leave vengeance to God.

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

While 2 Kings 10:13 describes rejoicing in the defeat of enemies, Proverbs 24:17 advises not to "rejoice when thine enemy falleth," encouraging a compassionate approach.

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