Contradiction with Matthew 28:19
2 Kings 17:27 suggests teaching people to fear the Lord through specific local customs, while Matthew 28:19 commands to make disciples of all nations, baptizing them universally, which implies uniformity rather than localized customs.
Matthew 28:19: Go ye therefore, and teach all nations, baptizing them in the name of the Father, and of the Son, and of the Holy Ghost: [teach...: or, make disciples, or, Christians of all nations]
Contradiction with Acts 10:34-35
2 Kings 17:27 implies teaching the fear of the Lord to a specific ethnic group, whereas Acts 10:34-35 asserts that God shows no favoritism but accepts those from every nation who fear Him.
Acts 10:34-35: Then Peter opened [his] mouth, and said, Of a truth I perceive that God is no respecter of persons:
Contradiction with James 1:5
2 Kings 17:27 involves a specific directive on how to teach about God, while James 1:5 suggests that wisdom—particularly in understanding God—is available to all who ask, without needing specific instruction from others.
James 1:5: If any of you lack wisdom, let him ask of God, that giveth to all [men] liberally, and upbraideth not; and it shall be given him.
Contradiction with Galatians 3:28
2 Kings 17:27 involves instruction based on nationality or ethnicity, whereas Galatians 3:28 claims there is neither Jew nor Greek, implying that such distinctions are irrelevant in faith teachings.
Galatians 3:28: There is neither Jew nor Greek, there is neither bond nor free, there is neither male nor female: for ye are all one in Christ Jesus.
Contradiction with John 4:21-24
2 Kings 17:27 focuses on teaching a specific ritual practice, while John 4:21-24 emphasizes worshiping in spirit and truth, not confined to a specific location or national practice.
John 4:21-24: Jesus saith unto her, Woman, believe me, the hour cometh, when ye shall neither in this mountain, nor yet at Jerusalem, worship the Father.
Paradox #1
This verse might show a moral inconsistency by suggesting that people can appease God by performing rituals, even if they don't truly follow Him. It raises questions about the sincerity of worship and the idea of using rituals as a solution for disobedience.