Contradiction with 1 Samuel 8:11
While 2 Kings 11:5 describes a defensive strategy to protect a king, 1 Samuel 8:11 warns about the oppressive nature of kingship, suggesting kingdoms bring servitude rather than protection.
1 Samuel 8:11: And he said, This will be the manner of the king that shall reign over you: He will take your sons, and appoint [them] for himself, for his chariots, and [to be] his horsemen; and [some] shall run before his chariots.
Contradiction with John 18:36
2 Kings 11:5 shows a strategy for earthly kingship, but John 18:36 describes Jesus asserting that his kingdom is not of this world, contrasting the worldly focus on earthly kings and defense.
John 18:36: Jesus answered, My kingdom is not of this world: if my kingdom were of this world, then would my servants fight, that I should not be delivered to the Jews: but now is my kingdom not from hence.
Contradiction with James 4:4
2 Kings 11:5 shows loyalty to a human king, while James 4:4 teaches that friendship with the world is enmity with God, implying divided loyalties can be problematic.
James 4:4: Ye adulterers and adulteresses, know ye not that the friendship of the world is enmity with God? whosoever therefore will be a friend of the world is the enemy of God.
Contradiction with Matthew 5:39
2 Kings 11:5 involves a militaristic guard for protection, whereas Matthew 5:39 advises turning the other cheek and not resisting evil, promoting a non-violent approach.
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 Luke 9:24
While the verse in 2 Kings 11:5 is about guarding life and kingship, Luke 9:24 suggests that losing one's life for Christ will actually save it, emphasizing spiritual over physical protection.
Luke 9:24: For whosoever will save his life shall lose it: but whosoever will lose his life for my sake, the same shall save it.