Contradictions and Paradoxes in 2 Kings 1:16

Check out Contradictions Catalog of 2 Kings 1:16 for the comprehensive list of verses that contradicts 2 Kings 1:16. Some key contradictions and paradoxes are described below.

According to the author of 2 Kings, God was upset because the king asked a false god for help instead of asking Him. Because the king didn't trust God, he was told he would not get better and would die.

2 Kings 1:16: And he said unto him, Thus saith the LORD, Forasmuch as thou hast sent messengers to enquire of Baalzebub the god of Ekron, [is it] not because [there is] no God in Israel to enquire of his word? therefore thou shalt not come down off that bed on which thou art gone up, but shalt surely die.

Contradiction with Exodus 34:6-7

Emphasizes God's mercy and forgiveness, contrasting the harsh judgment pronounced on Ahaziah in 2 Kings 1:16.

Exodus 34:6-7: And the LORD passed by before him, and proclaimed, The LORD, The LORD God, merciful and gracious, longsuffering, and abundant in goodness and truth,

Contradiction with Ezekiel 18:21-23

Highlights the possibility of repentance leading to life, conflicting with the inevitable death sentence given to Ahaziah.

Ezekiel 18:21-23: But if the wicked will turn from all his sins that he hath committed, and keep all my statutes, and do that which is lawful and right, he shall surely live, he shall not die.

Contradiction with Jonah 3:10

Shows God's willingness to relent from punishment when people repent, unlike the fixed outcome in 2 Kings 1:16.

Jonah 3:10: And God saw their works, that they turned from their evil way; and God repented of the evil, that he had said that he would do unto them; and he did [it] not.

Contradiction with Matthew 5:44-45

Encourages love and mercy towards enemies, differing from the severe condemnation seen in 2 Kings 1:16.

Matthew 5:44-45: But I say unto you, Love your enemies, bless them that curse you, do good to them that hate you, and pray for them which despitefully use you, and persecute you;

Contradiction with Luke 6:36

Calls for the imitation of God's merciful nature, contrasting with the unyielding judgment in 2 Kings 1:16.

Luke 6:36: Be ye therefore merciful, as your Father also is merciful.

Paradox #1

One possible contradiction in 2 Kings 1:16 could be related to the punishment from God without offering a chance for repentance or redemption. It raises questions about justice and mercy, as the king faces consequences for his actions but lacks an explicit opportunity to seek forgiveness.

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