Contradictions and Paradoxes in 2 Kings 19:28

Check out Contradictions Catalog of 2 Kings 19:28 for the comprehensive list of verses that contradicts 2 Kings 19:28. Some key contradictions and paradoxes are described below.

According to the author of 2 Kings, God is speaking to a king who was angry and loud against Him. God says He will take control of the king like guiding an animal, and make him return the way he came.

2 Kings 19:28: Because thy rage against me and thy tumult is come up into mine ears, therefore I will put my hook in thy nose, and my bridle in thy lips, and I will turn thee back by the way by which thou camest.

Contradiction with Proverbs 16:9

"A man's heart deviseth his way: but the Lord directeth his steps." - This verse suggests human intention rather than God's specific control over actions.

Proverbs 16:9: A man's heart deviseth his way: but the LORD directeth his steps.

Contradiction with Romans 11:32

"For God hath concluded them all in unbelief, that he might have mercy upon all." - Suggests God's purpose is mercy not control through force.

Romans 11:32: For God hath concluded them all in unbelief, that he might have mercy upon all. [concluded...: or, shut them all up together]

Contradiction with Ecclesiastes 7:29

"Lo, this only have I found, that God hath made man upright; but they have sought out many inventions." - Indicates human agency rather than divine imposition of path.

Ecclesiastes 7:29: Lo, this only have I found, that God hath made man upright; but they have sought out many inventions.

Contradiction with James 1:13

"Let no man say when he is tempted, I am tempted of God: for God cannot be tempted with evil, neither tempteth he any man:" - Contradicts the idea of God leading or controlling through coercive means.

James 1:13: Let no man say when he is tempted, I am tempted of God: for God cannot be tempted with evil, neither tempteth he any man: [evil: or, evils]

Contradiction with 1 Corinthians 10:13

"There hath no temptation taken you but such as is common to man: but God is faithful, who will not suffer you to be tempted above that ye are able;" - Implies God’s role is support over drive.

1 Corinthians 10:13: There hath no temptation taken you but such as is common to man: but God [is] faithful, who will not suffer you to be tempted above that ye are able; but will with the temptation also make a way to escape, that ye may be able to bear [it]. [common...: or, moderate]

Paradox #1

The potential contradiction or inconsistency with 2 Kings 19:28 might relate to the idea of God using human actions or intentions in ways that seem forceful or controlling, which could appear inconsistent with the concept of free will. Some readers may find it challenging to understand how divine intervention aligns with human choice. However, interpretations typically emphasize God's sovereignty and purpose in guiding events for a greater good.

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