Contradiction with Proverbs 3:5
This verse advises trusting in the Lord with all your heart and not leaning on your own understanding, but 2 Kings 22:13 shows King Josiah seeking human counsel and interpretation of the law through the prophetess Huldah.
Proverbs 3:5: Trust in the LORD with all thine heart; and lean not unto thine own understanding.
Contradiction with Matthew 7:7
This verse encourages asking, seeking, and knocking for answers directly from God, whereas 2 Kings 22:13 depicts Josiah sending others to inquire about God's will through intermediaries rather than directly through prayer.
Matthew 7:7: Ask, and it shall be given you; seek, and ye shall find; knock, and it shall be opened unto you:
Contradiction with Isaiah 55:6
This verse urges individuals to seek the Lord while He may be found, which implies a direct, personal seeking of God, contrasting with Josiah relying on others to seek God's counsel on his behalf as seen in 2 Kings 22:13.
Isaiah 55:6: Seek ye the LORD while he may be found, call ye upon him while he is near:
Paradox #1
The potential contradiction in 2 Kings 22:13 could relate to the concept of God's wrath and conditional promises. In this verse, there is an expression of concern about the impending wrath due to past disobedience. Some may see a tension between the idea of a loving and forgiving God versus a God who actively expresses wrath. This can be seen as inconsistent with verses that emphasize forgiveness and mercy. However, many interpret it as a call to repentance, showing that God's character includes both justice and mercy.
Paradox #2
The potential contradiction in this verse may be the emphasis on following rules or laws from a long time ago, which might seem unfair or harsh to people living under different circumstances. It raises questions about how justice and punishment are applied across different contexts and whether old rules should always be followed strictly.