Contradictions and Paradoxes in 2 Kings 10:25

Check out Contradictions Catalog of 2 Kings 10:25 for the comprehensive list of verses that contradicts 2 Kings 10:25. Some key contradictions and paradoxes are described below.

According to the author of the book, this verse shows how Jehu, a leader, was following God's plan to stop people from worshiping idols instead of God. He asked his soldiers to make sure that no one who worshiped idols escaped.

2 Kings 10:25: And it came to pass, as soon as he had made an end of offering the burnt offering, that Jehu said to the guard and to the captains, Go in, [and] slay them; let none come forth. And they smote them with the edge of the sword; and the guard and the captains cast [them] out, and went to the city of the house of Baal. [the edge: Heb. the mouth]

Contradiction with Exodus 20:13

"Thou shalt not kill" contradicts the mass killing ordered in 2 Kings 10:25.

Exodus 20:13: Thou shalt not kill.

Contradiction with Matthew 5:44

"Love your enemies" contradicts the violent actions in 2 Kings 10:25.

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

"Avenge not yourselves" contrasts with the vengeance depicted in 2 Kings 10:25.

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

"Rejoice not when thine enemy falleth" contradicts the celebration of victory in 2 Kings 10:25.

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

Contradiction with James 2:13

"Mercy rejoiceth against judgment" contrasts with the lack of mercy shown in 2 Kings 10:25.

James 2:13: For he shall have judgment without mercy, that hath shewed no mercy; and mercy rejoiceth against judgment. [rejoiceth: or, glorieth]

Contradiction with John 13:34

"Love one another" contradicts the violence against others shown in 2 Kings 10:25.

John 13:34: A new commandment I give unto you, That ye love one another; as I have loved you, that ye also love one another.

Paradox #1

This verse describes an act of violence commanded by Jehu. Some people see a contradiction in the Bible when comparing such violent actions with teachings of love, forgiveness, and peace, especially those found in the New Testament with the teachings of Jesus. The inconsistency arises in reconciling these different portrayals of God's will and commands.

Paradox #2

This verse describes an event involving violence and killing, which might seem in conflict with moral teachings about peace, love, and forgiveness found elsewhere in the Bible. This can create a contradiction, as it raises questions about reconciling such actions with the broader message of compassion and mercy.

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