Contradiction with Jeremiah 7:7
This verse implies that the land is conditional upon obedience to God's commandments, similar to 2 Kings 21:8, but highlights that the Israelites could lose their land permanently, unlike the perpetual assurance in 2 Kings 21:8.
Jeremiah 7:7: Then will I cause you to dwell in this place, in the land that I gave to your fathers, for ever and ever.
Contradiction with Deuteronomy 28:63
This verse states that if the Israelites do not obey, they will be removed from the land, contradicting the assurance of dwelling given in 2 Kings 21:8.
Deuteronomy 28:63: And it shall come to pass, [that] as the LORD rejoiced over you to do you good, and to multiply you; so the LORD will rejoice over you to destroy you, and to bring you to nought; and ye shall be plucked from off the land whither thou goest to possess it.
Paradox #1
The contradiction in 2 Kings 21:8 might be seen in the context of the condition for God's promise—that the Israelites must obey all commands. This could be conflicting if considered alongside instances where individuals or groups are punished despite a lack of opportunity or understanding of those rules. It might raise questions about fairness and mercy in divine expectations and actions.