Contradictions and Paradoxes in 2 Kings 20:6

Check out Contradictions Catalog of 2 Kings 20:6 for the comprehensive list of verses that contradicts 2 Kings 20:6. Some key contradictions and paradoxes are described below.

According to the author of the book, God is telling the king that He will give him 15 more years to live and will keep him and the city safe from their enemies. God promises to protect the city because of His love for David and to show His own kindness.

2 Kings 20:6: And I will add unto thy days fifteen years; and I will deliver thee and this city out of the hand of the king of Assyria; and I will defend this city for mine own sake, and for my servant David's sake.

Contradiction with Hebrews 9:27

This verse states that it is appointed for men to die once, which contradicts 2 Kings 20:6 where God extends Hezekiah's life by 15 years.

Hebrews 9:27: And as it is appointed unto men once to die, but after this the judgment:

Contradiction with James 1:17

This verse states that every good and perfect gift is from above and comes from the Father of lights, with whom there is no variableness, which can be seen as contradicting God's changeable decision in 2 Kings 20:6 to extend Hezekiah's life.

James 1:17: Every good gift and every perfect gift is from above, and cometh down from the Father of lights, with whom is no variableness, neither shadow of turning.

Contradiction with Numbers 23:19

This verse claims God does not lie or change His mind, which contrasts with 2 Kings 20:6 where God changes His decision regarding Hezekiah's lifespan.

Numbers 23:19: God [is] not a man, that he should lie; neither the son of man, that he should repent: hath he said, and shall he not do [it]? or hath he spoken, and shall he not make it good?

Contradiction with Ecclesiastes 3:2

This speaks of a time to be born and a time to die, suggesting predestination that contradicts the idea of an extended life in 2 Kings 20:6.

Ecclesiastes 3:2: A time to be born, and a time to die; a time to plant, and a time to pluck up [that which is] planted; [to be...: Heb. to bear]

Contradiction with Exodus 20:12

Promises long life to those who honor their parents, while 2 Kings 20:6 gives Hezekiah extended life seemingly based on prayer and faith, suggesting a different condition for longevity.

Exodus 20:12: Honour thy father and thy mother: that thy days may be long upon the land which the LORD thy God giveth thee.
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