Contradiction with Exodus 20:3
This verse contradicts 2 Kings 16:16 as it commands the worship of only the LORD, while 2 Kings 16:16 describes actions in service of an altar built for other purposes.
Exodus 20:3: Thou shalt have no other gods before me.
Contradiction with Deuteronomy 12:4
This verse instructs not to worship the LORD in the same way as other nations do, whereas 2 Kings 16:16 involves following practices from another land.
Deuteronomy 12:4: Ye shall not do so unto the LORD your God.
Contradiction with 1 Kings 18:21
This verse emphasizes choosing between the LORD and Baal, while 2 Kings 16:16 depicts religious practices that do not align with exclusive devotion to God.
1 Kings 18:21: And Elijah came unto all the people, and said, How long halt ye between two opinions? if the LORD [be] God, follow him: but if Baal, [then] follow him. And the people answered him not a word. [opinions: or, thoughts]
Contradiction with Isaiah 1:13
This verse criticizes meaningless offerings, contrasting with 2 Kings 16:16 where rituals and offerings are described without addressing their sincerity or divine approval.
Isaiah 1:13: Bring no more vain oblations; incense is an abomination unto me; the new moons and sabbaths, the calling of assemblies, I cannot away with; [it is] iniquity, even the solemn meeting. [iniquity: or, grief]
Contradiction with Jeremiah 7:31
This verse condemns practices not commanded by God, whereas 2 Kings 16:16 includes the establishment of practices as per the king’s instruction.
Jeremiah 7:31: And they have built the high places of Tophet, which [is] in the valley of the son of Hinnom, to burn their sons and their daughters in the fire; which I commanded [them] not, neither came it into my heart. [came...: Heb. came it upon my heart]