Contradictions and Paradoxes in 2 Kings 10:19

Check out Contradictions Catalog of 2 Kings 10:19 for the comprehensive list of verses that contradicts 2 Kings 10:19. Some key contradictions and paradoxes are described below.

According to the author of 2 Kings, Jehu, a leader, invited all the people who followed a false god named Baal to come together, pretending he wanted to make a big offering to Baal. But really, he was planning to trick them so that he could stop them from worshipping Baal anymore.

2 Kings 10:19: Now therefore call unto me all the prophets of Baal, all his servants, and all his priests; let none be wanting: for I have a great sacrifice [to do] to Baal; whosoever shall be wanting, he shall not live. But Jehu did [it] in subtilty, to the intent that he might destroy the worshippers of Baal.

Contradiction with Exodus 20:3

This verse commands that there should be no other gods before the Lord, contradicting the invitation to serve Baal.

Exodus 20:3: Thou shalt have no other gods before me.

Contradiction with Deuteronomy 6:14

This verse warns against following other gods, which contradicts the gathering of Baal's prophets.

Deuteronomy 6:14: Ye shall not go after other gods, of the gods of the people which [are] round about you;

Contradiction with 1 Kings 18:21

Elijah challenges the people to choose between God and Baal, contradicting the encouragement of Baal worship.

1 Kings 18:21: And Elijah came unto all the people, and said, How long halt ye between two opinions? if the LORD [be] God, follow him: but if Baal, [then] follow him. And the people answered him not a word. [opinions: or, thoughts]

Contradiction with 2 Corinthians 6:14-15

These verses advise against aligning with unbelief, contrasting the assembly for Baal worship.

2 Corinthians 6:14-15: Be ye not unequally yoked together with unbelievers: for what fellowship hath righteousness with unrighteousness? and what communion hath light with darkness?

Paradox #1

2 Kings 10:19 involves deception and violence used in the service of a religious goal. The contradiction lies in using deceitful methods and violent actions, which are generally seen as wrong, to achieve what is portrayed as a righteous or godly purpose. Advocating for honesty and peace but simultaneously employing deceit and violence presents a conflict in ethical values.

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