Contradictions and Paradoxes in 2 Kings 1:6

Check out Contradictions Catalog of 2 Kings 1:6 for the comprehensive list of verses that contradicts 2 Kings 1:6. Some key contradictions and paradoxes are described below.

According to the writer of 2 Kings, this verse tells us that a man, who was a prophet, told the king's messengers that the king should not have asked another god for answers because there is a true God in Israel. As a result, the king would not recover from his illness and would die, reminding us to trust in God.

2 Kings 1:6: And they said unto him, There came a man up to meet us, and said unto us, Go, turn again unto the king that sent you, and say unto him, Thus saith the LORD, [Is it] not because [there is] not a God in Israel, [that] thou sendest to enquire of Baalzebub the god of Ekron? therefore thou shalt not come down from that bed on which thou art gone up, but shalt surely die.

Contradiction with Proverbs 18:10

While 2 Kings 1:6 suggests a message of inevitable demise from God, Proverbs 18:10 emphasizes the safety and protection found in God, implying a place of refuge rather than destruction.

Proverbs 18:10: The name of the LORD [is] a strong tower: the righteous runneth into it, and is safe. [safe: Heb. set aloft]

Contradiction with Jonah 3:10

2 Kings 1:6 communicates God's irrevocable decree for destruction, yet Jonah 3:10 shows God relenting from sending calamity after people repented, indicating God's capacity for mercy and change.

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 Ezekiel 33:14-16

The message in 2 Kings 1:6 is immediate and final, while Ezekiel speaks about repentance leading to life, illustrating that divine judgment isn't always final.

Ezekiel 33:14-16: Again, when I say unto the wicked, Thou shalt surely die; if he turn from his sin, and do that which is lawful and right; [that...: Heb. judgment and justice]

Contradiction with Matthew 5:44

2 Kings 1:6 portrays God's messenger delivering a harsh message, whereas Matthew 5:44 advises love and prayer for enemies, contrasting the tone of judgment with one of compassion.

Matthew 5:44: 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 James 2:13

2 Kings 1:6 implies judgment without mercy, yet James 2:13 highlights mercy as triumphing over judgment, presenting a discrepancy in divine actions.

James 2:13: For he shall have judgment without mercy, that hath shewed no mercy; and mercy rejoiceth against judgment. [rejoiceth: or, glorieth]

Paradox #1

The contradiction in this verse could arise from the portrayal of divine justice and punishment. Some might see a conflict between the idea of a loving, forgiving God and the severe punishment pronounced for seeking guidance from a source other than God. It raises questions about fairness and the nature of divine retribution.

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