Contradictions and Paradoxes in 2 Kings 10:5

Check out Contradictions Catalog of 2 Kings 10:5 for the comprehensive list of verses that contradicts 2 Kings 10:5. Some key contradictions and paradoxes are described below.

According to the author of 2 Kings, the leaders and helpers in the city told Jehu that they would listen to him and do whatever he said. They promised not to choose a new king and wanted to make him happy by doing what was good.

2 Kings 10:5: And he that [was] over the house, and he that [was] over the city, the elders also, and the bringers up [of the children], sent to Jehu, saying, We [are] thy servants, and will do all that thou shalt bid us; we will not make any king: do thou [that which is] good in thine eyes.

Contradiction with Exodus 20:13

This verse, which states "Thou shalt not kill," contradicts the actions in 2 Kings 10:5 where there is obedience to someone commanding the killing of the sons of Ahab.

Exodus 20:13: Thou shalt not kill.

Contradiction with Matthew 5:44

Jesus instructs to "Love your enemies," which contradicts the submission and treachery suggested in 2 Kings 10:5.

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 counsels against seeking personal vengeance, whereas 2 Kings 10:5 can imply participating in the violent wishes of Jehu against Ahab’s family.

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 advises not to rejoice when your enemy falls, contrasting with the submission in 2 Kings 10:5 that could accommodate such rejoicing.

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

Contradiction with Proverbs 15:1

Advises a soft answer to turn away wrath, contradicting the violent response seen in obeying the command of 2 Kings 10:5.

Proverbs 15:1: A soft answer turneth away wrath: but grievous words stir up anger.

Contradiction with James 4:7

Encourages resisting the devil, which contradicts the act of complying with Jehu’s potentially unrighteous demands in 2 Kings 10:5.

James 4:7: Submit yourselves therefore to God. Resist the devil, and he will flee from you.

Contradiction with Isaiah 1:17

Speaks to seeking justice and defending the oppressed, which contrasts with the submission to potentially unjust orders in 2 Kings 10:5.

Isaiah 1:17: Learn to do well; seek judgment, relieve the oppressed, judge the fatherless, plead for the widow. [relieve: or, righten]
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