Contradiction with 1 Kings 2:24
This verse indicates the divine establishment of a king, while 2 Kings 11:2 describes hiding Joash for fear of his life, contrasting divine protection with human intervention.
1 Kings 2:24: Now therefore, [as] the LORD liveth, which hath established me, and set me on the throne of David my father, and who hath made me an house, as he promised, Adonijah shall be put to death this day.
Contradiction with 2 Samuel 7:16
Promises the eternal establishment of David's line, contradicting the need to hide Joash to preserve the lineage.
2 Samuel 7:16: And thine house and thy kingdom shall be established for ever before thee: thy throne shall be established for ever.
Contradiction with Psalm 2:6
Declares God's sovereign appointment of kings, in contrast with 2 Kings 11:2 where human actions are needed to preserve the royal line.
Psalm 2:6: Yet have I set my king upon my holy hill of Zion. [set: Heb. anointed] [upon...: Heb. upon Zion, the hill of my holiness]
Contradiction with Proverbs 21:30
States that there is no wisdom against God's plan, while 2 Kings 11:2 suggests a need for human action to ensure safety.
Proverbs 21:30: [There is] no wisdom nor understanding nor counsel against the LORD.
Contradiction with Matthew 16:18
Promises protection of the church against evil, contrasting with the vulnerability of Joash's situation requiring him to be hidden.
Matthew 16:18: And I say also unto thee, That thou art Peter, and upon this rock I will build my church; and the gates of hell shall not prevail against it. [Peter: this name signifies a rock]
Paradox #1
The contradiction in this verse could be seen in the action of protecting one child while allowing or ignoring the harm of other children. This raises questions about fairness and the value of certain lives over others.