Contradictions and Paradoxes in 2 Kings 14:8

Check out Contradictions Catalog of 2 Kings 14:8 for the comprehensive list of verses that contradicts 2 Kings 14:8. Some key contradictions and paradoxes are described below.

According to the author of 2 Kings, this verse is about King Amaziah wanting to meet King Jehoash for a serious talk or challenge. It's like when two kids meet on the playground to have a face-to-face discussion or settle a disagreement.

2 Kings 14:8: Then Amaziah sent messengers to Jehoash, the son of Jehoahaz son of Jehu, king of Israel, saying, Come, let us look one another in the face.

Contradiction with Proverbs 20:3

This verse promotes avoiding strife and maintaining peace, which contradicts Amaziah's challenge for confrontation in 2 Kings 14:8.

Proverbs 20:3: [It is] an honour for a man to cease from strife: but every fool will be meddling.

Contradiction with Romans 12:18

Encourages living peaceably with all men, in contrast to seeking battle or conflict as in 2 Kings 14:8.

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

Contradiction with Matthew 5:9

Highlights the blessedness of peacemakers, which contradicts the aggressive nature of Amaziah's invitation to conflict.

Matthew 5:9: Blessed [are] the peacemakers: for they shall be called the children of God.

Contradiction with James 3:17

Describes wisdom as peaceable and gentle, opposing Amaziah's pursuit of battle.

James 3:17: But the wisdom that is from above is first pure, then peaceable, gentle, [and] easy to be intreated, full of mercy and good fruits, without partiality, and without hypocrisy. [partiality: or, wrangling]

Contradiction with Matthew 26:52

Jesus' admonition against using the sword contradicts Amaziah's readiness for war.

Matthew 26:52: Thinkest thou that I cannot now pray to my Father, and he shall presently give me more than twelve legions of angels?

Contradiction with Proverbs 15:1

Advises soft answers to turn away wrath, contrasting with Amaziah's confrontational challenge.

Proverbs 15:1: A soft answer turneth away wrath: but grievous words stir up anger.
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