Contradiction with Jeremiah 18:8
God expresses that if a nation repents from its evil, He will relent from bringing disaster, which contradicts the definite calamity proclaimed in 2 Kings 21:12.
Jeremiah 18:8: If that nation, against whom I have pronounced, turn from their evil, I will repent of the evil that I thought to do unto them.
Contradiction with Jonah 3:10
God relented from the disaster after Nineveh repented, contrasting with the unchangeable disaster prophesied in 2 Kings 21:12.
Jonah 3:10: And God saw their works, that they turned from their evil way; and God repented of the evil, that he had said that he would do unto them; and he did [it] not.
Contradiction with Ezekiel 18:21-22
If a wicked person turns from their sins, they will live and not face destruction, contradicting the certainty of disaster in 2 Kings 21:12.
Ezekiel 18:21-22: But if the wicked will turn from all his sins that he hath committed, and keep all my statutes, and do that which is lawful and right, he shall surely live, he shall not die.
Contradiction with 1 Kings 21:29
God delays disaster in Ahab’s time due to his repentance, which contrasts with the inevitable disaster stated in 2 Kings 21:12.
1 Kings 21:29: Seest thou how Ahab humbleth himself before me? because he humbleth himself before me, I will not bring the evil in his days: [but] in his son's days will I bring the evil upon his house.
Contradiction with 2 Chronicles 7:14
If people humble themselves and turn from their wicked ways, God promises to heal their land, opposing the assured calamity in 2 Kings 21:12.
2 Chronicles 7:14: If my people, which are called by my name, shall humble themselves, and pray, and seek my face, and turn from their wicked ways; then will I hear from heaven, and will forgive their sin, and will heal their land. [which...: Heb. upon whom my name is called]
Paradox #1
The potential contradiction or inconsistency regarding 2 Kings 21:12 could involve differences in how the events described are detailed in other historical records or biblical texts. For instance, there might be disparities between the accounts of King Manasseh's actions and their consequences as depicted in different parts of the Bible, or between the biblical text and archaeological or historical findings. Such inconsistencies can lead to debates about the accuracy or interpretation of these events. If you are looking for a specific contradiction related to this verse, it might be necessary to compare it with other texts that describe the same period or events.
Paradox #2
The contradiction or conflict might arise from the idea of a loving and merciful God taking harsh actions against people. This could seem inconsistent with the compassionate and forgiving nature often attributed to God.