Contradictions and Paradoxes in 2 Kings 20:13

Check out Contradictions Catalog of 2 Kings 20:13 for the comprehensive list of verses that contradicts 2 Kings 20:13. Some key contradictions and paradoxes are described below.

According to the author of 2 Kings, Hezekiah showed visitors from a faraway country all his special and valuable treasures to impress them. This is often seen as a mistake because he was not careful about showing everything to strangers.

2 Kings 20:13: And Hezekiah hearkened unto them, and shewed them all the house of his precious things, the silver, and the gold, and the spices, and the precious ointment, and [all] the house of his armour, and all that was found in his treasures: there was nothing in his house, nor in all his dominion, that Hezekiah shewed them not. [precious things: or, spicery] [armour: or, jewels: Heb. vessels]

Contradiction with Proverbs 29:11

This verse advises against folly of showing all one's mind, while 2 Kings 20:13 shows Hezekiah revealing everything in his house to the Babylonians.

Proverbs 29:11: A fool uttereth all his mind: but a wise [man] keepeth it in till afterwards.

Contradiction with Matthew 7:6

This verse advises not to give what is holy to dogs, or cast pearls before swine, implying discretion; in contrast, Hezekiah indiscreetly shows all his treasures.

Matthew 7:6: Give not that which is holy unto the dogs, neither cast ye your pearls before swine, lest they trample them under their feet, and turn again and rend you.

Contradiction with Proverbs 18:2

This verse says a fool takes no pleasure in understanding, but only in expressing his opinion, contradicting Hezekiah's action of showing everything rather than being prudent.

Proverbs 18:2: A fool hath no delight in understanding, but that his heart may discover itself.

Paradox #1

2 Kings 20:13 talks about King Hezekiah showing his treasures to visitors from Babylon. A possible doctrinal conflict is related to the idea of pride and the consequences of showing off material wealth, which may not align with biblical teachings on humility and the dangers of pride.

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