Contradiction with Romans 3:23
This verse states that all have sinned, contradicting the implication of Hezekiah's claim of walking perfectly before God.
Romans 3:23: For all have sinned, and come short of the glory of God;
Contradiction with Ecclesiastes 7:20
Says there is not a just man on earth who does good and does not sin, contrasting Hezekiah’s assertion of perfect conduct.
Ecclesiastes 7:20: For [there is] not a just man upon earth, that doeth good, and sinneth not.
Contradiction with 1 John 1:8
Asserts that claiming to be without sin is self-deception, conflicting with Hezekiah’s professed righteousness.
1 John 1:8: If we say that we have no sin, we deceive ourselves, and the truth is not in us.
Contradiction with Romans 3:10
Declares that none are righteous, no, not one, contradicting Hezekiah's claim of walking uprightly before God.
Romans 3:10: As it is written, There is none righteous, no, not one:
Paradox #1
The contradiction in 2 Kings 20:3 could be seen in the emphasis on personal righteousness and deserving favor from God, which might conflict with other teachings in the Bible that promote humility and relying on God's grace rather than one's own merits. This could appear inconsistent with the idea that blessings and favor are not earned by personal deeds alone.