Contradiction with Genesis 28:15
This verse promises God's presence and protection, contrasting with God forsaking the remnant in 2 Kings 21:14.
Genesis 28:15: And, behold, I [am] with thee, and will keep thee in all [places] whither thou goest, and will bring thee again into this land; for I will not leave thee, until I have done [that] which I have spoken to thee of.
Contradiction with Deuteronomy 31:6
Here God assures not to forsake His people, contrary to the abandonment in 2 Kings 21:14.
Deuteronomy 31:6: Be strong and of a good courage, fear not, nor be afraid of them: for the LORD thy God, he [it is] that doth go with thee; he will not fail thee, nor forsake thee.
Contradiction with Joshua 1:5
This verse promises that God will not fail or forsake, which conflicts with the forsaking mentioned in 2 Kings 21:14.
Joshua 1:5: There shall not any man be able to stand before thee all the days of thy life: as I was with Moses, [so] I will be with thee: I will not fail thee, nor forsake thee.
Contradiction with 1 Samuel 12:22
It states that the LORD will not forsake His people, contradicting 2 Kings 21:14.
1 Samuel 12:22: For the LORD will not forsake his people for his great name's sake: because it hath pleased the LORD to make you his people.
Contradiction with 1 Kings 6:13
God vows not to forsake Israel, while 2 Kings 21:14 depicts Him doing so.
1 Kings 6:13: And I will dwell among the children of Israel, and will not forsake my people Israel.
Contradiction with Psalm 94:14
This verse reassures that the Lord will not abandon His people, unlike in 2 Kings 21:14.
Psalm 94:14: For the LORD will not cast off his people, neither will he forsake his inheritance.
Contradiction with Isaiah 41:17
It speaks of God's aid to the needy, whereas 2 Kings 21:14 indicates abandonment.
Isaiah 41:17: [When] the poor and needy seek water, and [there is] none, [and] their tongue faileth for thirst, I the LORD will hear them, I the God of Israel will not forsake them.
Contradiction with Isaiah 49:15
God compares His commitment to never forget Israel, opposing the forsaking in 2 Kings 21:14.
Isaiah 49:15: Can a woman forget her sucking child, that she should not have compassion on the son of her womb? yea, they may forget, yet will I not forget thee. [that...: Heb. from having compassion]
Paradox #1
2 Kings 21:14 could be seen as conflicting with earlier promises made by God to protect and establish the Israelites in their land if they remain faithful. This verse discusses God's decision to abandon His people, which may seem inconsistent with the unconditional nature of some of the covenants made with figures like Abraham, where the land was promised to his descendants. This raises questions about the conditional versus unconditional aspects of divine promises and the nature of God's relationship with Israel.
Paradox #2
2 Kings 21:14 may present a contradiction or conflict as it reflects God abandoning His own people due to their disobedience. This action can be seen as inconsistent with the concept of an endlessly forgiving and loving God, as it shows punishment without an opportunity for redemption.