Contradictions and Paradoxes in 2 Kings 1:7

Check out Contradictions Catalog of 2 Kings 1:7 for the comprehensive list of verses that contradicts 2 Kings 1:7. Some key contradictions and paradoxes are described below.

According to the author of the book of 2 Kings, this verse is about a king asking his men to describe the person who gave them a special message. The king wants to know what this messenger looked like and what kind of person he was.

2 Kings 1:7: And he said unto them, What manner of man [was he] which came up to meet you, and told you these words? [What...: Heb. What was the manner of the man]

Contradiction with Proverbs 25:2

Proverbs 25:2 emphasizes the glory in concealing a matter, contrasting with the upfront seeking of the king's intentions in 2 Kings 1:7.

Proverbs 25:2: [It is] the glory of God to conceal a thing: but the honour of kings [is] to search out a matter.

Contradiction with Matthew 5:44

Advocates for love and kindness to enemies, whereas 2 Kings 1:7 is part of a narrative leading to harsh judgment on King Ahaziah and his messengers.

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 Exodus 20:13

Commands "Thou shalt not kill," contradicting Ahaziah's intentions which lead to the deaths of messengers.

Exodus 20:13: Thou shalt not kill.
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