Contradictions and Paradoxes in 2 Kings 19:17

Check out Contradictions Catalog of 2 Kings 19:17 for the comprehensive list of verses that contradicts 2 Kings 19:17. Some key contradictions and paradoxes are described below.

According to the author of 2 Kings, this verse means that it's true, Lord, that the kings of Assyria have been very powerful and have ruined many countries. They have taken over the lands and made the people there very afraid.

2 Kings 19:17: Of a truth, LORD, the kings of Assyria have destroyed the nations and their lands,

Contradiction with Psalm 2:4

2 Kings 19:17 acknowledges the power of earthly kings, while Psalm 2:4 suggests divine laughter at their plans, undermining their authority.

Psalm 2:4: He that sitteth in the heavens shall laugh: the Lord shall have them in derision.

Contradiction with Daniel 4:35

2 Kings 19:17 speaks to the dominion of earthly kings, whereas Daniel 4:35 asserts that God does as He wills with the powers of Heaven and inhabitants of the earth, diminishing the role of earthly rule.

Daniel 4:35: And all the inhabitants of the earth [are] reputed as nothing: and he doeth according to his will in the army of heaven, and [among] the inhabitants of the earth: and none can stay his hand, or say unto him, What doest thou?

Contradiction with Matthew 28:18

2 Kings 19:17 concerns earthly kings' power, yet Matthew 28:18 declares that all authority in Heaven and Earth is given to Jesus, superseding all earthly powers.

Matthew 28:18: And Jesus came and spake unto them, saying, All power is given unto me in heaven and in earth.

Contradiction with Romans 13:1

2 Kings 19:17 implies the might of earthly kingdoms, while Romans 13:1 states that there is no authority except that which God has established, suggesting divine rather than human authority.

Romans 13:1: Let every soul be subject unto the higher powers. For there is no power but of God: the powers that be are ordained of God. [ordained: or, ordered]
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