Contradiction with 2 Kings 13:23
This verse contradicts 2 Kings 13:22 by highlighting God's compassion and mercy, suggesting He did not allow Israel to be completely destroyed or taken into long-term oppression.
2 Kings 13:23: And the LORD was gracious unto them, and had compassion on them, and had respect unto them, because of his covenant with Abraham, Isaac, and Jacob, and would not destroy them, neither cast he them from his presence as yet. [presence: Heb. face]