Contradictions and Paradoxes in 2 Kings 1:9

Check out Contradictions Catalog of 2 Kings 1:9 for the comprehensive list of verses that contradicts 2 Kings 1:9. Some key contradictions and paradoxes are described below.

According to the author of the book, this verse shows that a powerful king wanted to talk to a man who loved God. He sent a leader with fifty men to ask the man to come down from a hill to meet the king.

2 Kings 1:9: Then the king sent unto him a captain of fifty with his fifty. And he went up to him: and, behold, he sat on the top of an hill. And he spake unto him, Thou man of God, the king hath said, Come down.

Contradiction with Matthew 5:39

This verse contradicts 2 Kings 1:9 as it encourages non-retaliation and turning the other cheek, while in 2 Kings 1:9, there is a confrontation involving Elijah and the captain of fifty.

Matthew 5:39: But I say unto you, That ye resist not evil: but whosoever shall smite thee on thy right cheek, turn to him the other also.

Contradiction with Romans 12:19

This verse emphasizes leaving vengeance to God, contradicting 2 Kings 1:9, where divine retribution is directly enacted through Elijah's actions.

Romans 12:19: Dearly beloved, avenge not yourselves, but [rather] give place unto wrath: for it is written, Vengeance [is] mine; I will repay, saith the Lord.

Contradiction with Matthew 26:52

This verse suggests that those who take up the sword will perish by the sword, promoting peace over conflict, whereas 2 Kings 1:9 involves an impending conflict with the king’s captain.

Matthew 26:52: Thinkest thou that I cannot now pray to my Father, and he shall presently give me more than twelve legions of angels?

Paradox #1

In 2 Kings 1:9, a potential moral conflict arises from the use of divine power to harm or kill people. This raises questions about the justification of violence and the ethical implications of using power to enforce authority or belief, contrasting with teachings that encourage peace and forgiveness.

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