Paradox #1
One potential inconsistency regarding this verse could be the context of paying tribute, as different parts of the Bible sometimes offer varying accounts of when and how tribute was paid by the kings of Israel to foreign powers. This can lead to confusion or differing interpretations about the specific circumstances and the amount of money involved.
Paradox #2
2 Kings 15:20 describes a situation where the king collects money from the wealthy people of his kingdom to pay off an invader. The contradiction here could be seen as the ruler placing a financial burden on his subjects to resolve a crisis, instead of protecting them or finding alternative solutions. This scenario raises questions about leadership responsibility and fairness, especially towards wealthy individuals, while others are not mentioned.