Contradictions and Paradoxes in 2 Kings 19:1

Check out Contradictions Catalog of 2 Kings 19:1 for the comprehensive list of verses that contradicts 2 Kings 19:1. Some key contradictions and paradoxes are described below.

According to the author of the book of 2 Kings, when King Hezekiah heard something very sad and scary, he tore his clothes and wore itchy fabric called sackcloth to show he was upset and went to pray in God's house. Christians believe this shows how important it is to trust and seek help from God when big problems happen.

2 Kings 19:1: And it came to pass, when king Hezekiah heard [it], that he rent his clothes, and covered himself with sackcloth, and went into the house of the LORD.

Contradiction with Proverbs 3:5

Trust in the Lord with all thine heart; and lean not unto thine own understanding. (This verse emphasizes trust and faith, contrasting with Hezekiah's reaction of tearing his clothes, which might suggest despair or uncertainty.)

Proverbs 3:5: Trust in the LORD with all thine heart; and lean not unto thine own understanding.

Contradiction with Philippians 4:6

Be careful for nothing; but in every thing by prayer and supplication with thanksgiving let your requests be made known unto God. (Contradicts Hezekiah's immediate reaction of distress before seeking God’s help.)

Philippians 4:6: Be careful for nothing; but in every thing by prayer and supplication with thanksgiving let your requests be made known unto God.

Contradiction with James 1:2

My brethren, count it all joy when ye fall into divers temptations. (This calls for joy in trials, contrasting with Hezekiah's sorrowful reaction.)

James 1:2: My brethren, count it all joy when ye fall into divers temptations; [temptations: or, trials]

Contradiction with 1 Peter 5:7

Casting all your care upon him; for he careth for you. (Contrasts Hezekiah’s immediate distress, which suggests he initially bore the care himself.)

1 Peter 5:7: Casting all your care upon him; for he careth for you.

Contradiction with Matthew 6:34

Take therefore no thought for the morrow: for the morrow shall take thought for the things of itself. Sufficient unto the day is the evil thereof. (Contradiction in showing anxiety for an impending threat.)

Matthew 6:34: Take therefore no thought for the morrow: for the morrow shall take thought for the things of itself. Sufficient unto the day [is] the evil thereof.
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