Contradiction with Proverbs 3:5
This verse advises trust in the Lord rather than leaning on one's own understanding, contradicting the reliance on Egypt as a support, which is perceived as unreliable in 2 Kings 18:21.
Proverbs 3:5: Trust in the LORD with all thine heart; and lean not unto thine own understanding.
Contradiction with Isaiah 31:1
Warns against relying on Egypt for help, opposing the notion of Egypt being a dependable support in 2 Kings 18:21.
Isaiah 31:1: Woe to them that go down to Egypt for help; and stay on horses, and trust in chariots, because [they are] many; and in horsemen, because they are very strong; but they look not unto the Holy One of Israel, neither seek the LORD!
Contradiction with Jeremiah 17:5
Curses those who trust in human strength, like Egypt, rather than God, challenging the trust placed in Egypt in 2 Kings 18:21.
Jeremiah 17:5: Thus saith the LORD; Cursed [be] the man that trusteth in man, and maketh flesh his arm, and whose heart departeth from the LORD.
Contradiction with Psalms 118:8-9
Encourages trust in God over confidence in man, contrasting the implied dependence on Egypt in 2 Kings 18:21.
Psalms 118:8-9: [It is] better to trust in the LORD than to put confidence in man.
Contradiction with Isaiah 30:2-3
Criticizes those who seek help from Egypt, suggesting it will bring shame, in contradiction to any idea of Egypt as a reliable ally in 2 Kings 18:21.
Isaiah 30:2-3: That walk to go down into Egypt, and have not asked at my mouth; to strengthen themselves in the strength of Pharaoh, and to trust in the shadow of Egypt!