Contradiction with Proverbs 3:9-10
Contradicts by emphasizing the prompt and full honoring of the Lord with possessions, while 2 Kings 12:7 addresses the delay in temple repairs.
Proverbs 3:9-10: Honour the LORD with thy substance, and with the firstfruits of all thine increase:
Contradiction with Ecclesiastes 5:4-5
Highlights the importance of fulfilling vows without delay, contrasting with the delay in temple repair funds in 2 Kings 12:7.
Ecclesiastes 5:4-5: When thou vowest a vow unto God, defer not to pay it; for [he hath] no pleasure in fools: pay that which thou hast vowed.
Contradiction with Malachi 1:8
Focuses on the quality of offerings given to God, while 2 Kings 12:7 points to neglect in using funds for the temple repairs.
Malachi 1:8: And if ye offer the blind for sacrifice, [is it] not evil? and if ye offer the lame and sick, [is it] not evil? offer it now unto thy governor; will he be pleased with thee, or accept thy person? saith the LORD of hosts. [for: Heb. to]
Contradiction with Matthew 23:23
Critiques neglecting weightier matters of the law while focusing on minor issues, whereas 2 Kings 12:7 shows neglect in fulfilling a major duty, temple repairs.
Matthew 23:23: Woe unto you, scribes and Pharisees, hypocrites! for ye pay tithe of mint and anise and cummin, and have omitted the weightier [matters] of the law, judgment, mercy, and faith: these ought ye to have done, and not to leave the other undone. [anise: Gr. dill]