Contradictions and Paradoxes in 2 Kings 21:15

Check out Contradictions Catalog of 2 Kings 21:15 for the comprehensive list of verses that contradicts 2 Kings 21:15. Some key contradictions and paradoxes are described below.

According to the author of the book of 2 Kings, God is upset with the people because they have done bad things for a long time, ever since their ancestors left Egypt. They kept making Him angry by not listening and doing what they were told was right.

2 Kings 21:15: Because they have done [that which was] evil in my sight, and have provoked me to anger, since the day their fathers came forth out of Egypt, even unto this day.

Contradiction with John 3:16

While 2 Kings 21:15 focuses on God's anger and judgment upon Israel for their disobedience, John 3:16 emphasizes God's love for the world and His offer of salvation.

John 3:16: For God so loved the world, that he gave his only begotten Son, that whosoever believeth in him should not perish, but have everlasting life.

Contradiction with Psalm 103:8

This verse describes God as merciful, gracious, slow to anger, and plenteous in mercy, which contrasts with the depiction of God's anger in 2 Kings 21:15.

Psalm 103:8: The LORD [is] merciful and gracious, slow to anger, and plenteous in mercy. [plentious...: Heb. great in mercy]

Contradiction with Ezekiel 33:11

God expresses a desire for the wicked to turn from their ways and live, highlighting His willingness to forgive, whereas 2 Kings 21:15 depicts Him as executing judgment.

Ezekiel 33:11: Say unto them, [As] I live, saith the Lord GOD, I have no pleasure in the death of the wicked; but that the wicked turn from his way and live: turn ye, turn ye from your evil ways; for why will ye die, O house of Israel?

Contradiction with 1 John 4:8

This verse states that God is love, which contrasts with the portrayal of God’s wrath and punishment in 2 Kings 21:15.

1 John 4:8: He that loveth not knoweth not God; for God is love.

Contradiction with James 1:17

Describes God as the giver of good and perfect gifts, suggesting a benevolent nature, which contrasts with the punitive aspect described in 2 Kings 21:15.

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 Isaiah 1:18

Invites reasoning together and offers cleansing from sin, indicating God's readiness to forgive, which contrasts with the punishment described in 2 Kings 21:15.

Isaiah 1:18: Come now, and let us reason together, saith the LORD: though your sins be as scarlet, they shall be as white as snow; though they be red like crimson, they shall be as wool.

Contradiction with Lamentations 3:22-23

Emphasizes God’s mercies and compassions, stating they are new every morning, which contrasts with the lasting anger and punishment depicted in 2 Kings 21:15.

Lamentations 3:22-23: [It is of] the LORD'S mercies that we are not consumed, because his compassions fail not.

Paradox #1

The contradiction or conflict could stem from the idea of collective punishment, where the actions of a group result in consequences for everyone, including those who are innocent or did not contribute to the wrongdoing. This raises concerns about fairness and justice, as it seems to punish individuals who are not directly responsible.

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