Contradiction with Exodus 20:13
"Thou shalt not kill." This verse emphasizes the prohibition of taking a life, which contrasts with the actions in 2 Kings 10:7.
Exodus 20:13: Thou shalt not kill.
Contradiction with Matthew 5:39
"But I say unto you, That ye resist not evil: but whosoever shall smite thee on thy right cheek, turn to him the other also." This verse advocates for non-violence and contrasts with the violent actions in 2 Kings 10:7.
Matthew 5:39: But I say unto you, That ye resist not evil: but whosoever shall smite thee on thy right cheek, turn to him the other also.
Contradiction with 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." This verse advises against taking vengeance, which is contrary to the actions depicted in 2 Kings 10:7.
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 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;" This verse calls for love towards enemies, contrasting sharply with the killings in 2 Kings 10:7.
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 Proverbs 24:17
"Rejoice not when thine enemy falleth, and let not thine heart be glad when he stumbleth:" This verse warns against taking pleasure in the downfall of enemies, in contrast to the actions in 2 Kings 10:7.
Proverbs 24:17: Rejoice not when thine enemy falleth, and let not thine heart be glad when he stumbleth:
Paradox #1
The contradiction might arise from the Bible's teachings about murder and violence. In some parts, the Bible promotes peace and compassion, while certain verses, like this one, describe acts of violence that can seem contrary to those teachings. This can create a tension between the message of love and mercy and the depiction of violent acts.
Paradox #2
2 Kings 10:7 describes a violent event, which may be seen as inconsistent with other parts of the Bible that promote love and forgiveness, such as teachings from Jesus in the New Testament. This can create a perceived contradiction between actions commanded or approved in the Old Testament and the messages of peace and mercy emphasized later.
Paradox #3
The contradiction in this verse could be the conflict between the violent actions endorsed or committed and the moral teachings about compassion and mercy found elsewhere in religious texts. This can cause confusion about when or if violence is justified.