Contradictions and Paradoxes in 2 Kings 14:11

Check out Contradictions Catalog of 2 Kings 14:11 for the comprehensive list of verses that contradicts 2 Kings 14:11. Some key contradictions and paradoxes are described below.

According to the author of the book of 2 Kings, Amaziah didn’t listen to advice, so King Jehoash of Israel went to meet him, and they faced each other for a battle in a place called Bethshemesh. This story shows what happens when people are stubborn and don’t listen to warnings.

2 Kings 14:11: But Amaziah would not hear. Therefore Jehoash king of Israel went up; and he and Amaziah king of Judah looked one another in the face at Bethshemesh, which [belongeth] to Judah.

Contradiction with Proverbs 3:5

Trusting in the Lord, rather than one's own judgment or actions, is advised, contradicting the self-reliant action in 2 Kings 14:11.

Proverbs 3:5: Trust in the LORD with all thine heart; and lean not unto thine own understanding.

Contradiction with James 4:6

God opposes the proud. Pridefulness led to conflict in 2 Kings 14:11, whereas humility is encouraged.

James 4:6: But he giveth more grace. Wherefore he saith, God resisteth the proud, but giveth grace unto the humble.

Contradiction with Matthew 5:44

Advises loving enemies and avoiding conflict, contradictory to the battle initiated in 2 Kings 14:11.

Matthew 5:44: But I say unto you, Love your enemies, bless them that curse you, do good to them that hate you, and pray for them which despitefully use you, and persecute you;

Contradiction with Romans 12:18

Urges believers to live peaceably with all, opposing the decision to go to battle in 2 Kings 14:11.

Romans 12:18: If it be possible, as much as lieth in you, live peaceably with all men.

Contradiction with Romans 12:19

Encourages leaving vengeance to God instead of personal retaliation, as in 2 Kings 14:11.

Romans 12:19: Dearly beloved, avenge not yourselves, but [rather] give place unto wrath: for it is written, Vengeance [is] mine; I will repay, saith the Lord.
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