Contradiction with Exodus 23:27
Contradiction in whether fear should be upon all people, as God sends confusion upon enemies instead of peace.
Exodus 23:27: I will send my fear before thee, and will destroy all the people to whom thou shalt come, and I will make all thine enemies turn their backs unto thee. [backs: Heb. neck]
Contradiction with Isaiah 57:21
Disputes the notion of peace mentioned in 2 Kings 11:20 by asserting that there is no peace for the wicked.
Isaiah 57:21: [There is] no peace, saith my God, to the wicked.
Contradiction with Jeremiah 8:11
Questions the declaration of peace, suggesting superficial healing of wounds.
Jeremiah 8:11: For they have healed the hurt of the daughter of my people slightly, saying, Peace, peace; when [there is] no peace.
Contradiction with Matthew 10:34
Jesus states he did not come to bring peace, but a sword, contradicting the peace in 2 Kings 11:20.
Matthew 10:34: Think not that I am come to send peace on earth: I came not to send peace, but a sword.
Contradiction with Ezekiel 13:10
Discusses false peace when there is no true peace, challenging the peace described in 2 Kings 11:20.
Ezekiel 13:10: Because, even because they have seduced my people, saying, Peace; and [there was] no peace; and one built up a wall, and, lo, others daubed it with untempered [morter]: [a wall: or, a slight wall]
Paradox #1
The contradiction or conflict could be seen in how the verse celebrates the death of a ruler, which might conflict with moral teachings that value forgiveness, peace, or valuing all human life. This celebration of violence and death might not align with the broader ideals of compassion and non-violence found in other parts of moral teachings.