Contradictions and Paradoxes in 2 Kings 25:17

Check out Contradictions Catalog of 2 Kings 25:17 for the comprehensive list of verses that contradicts 2 Kings 25:17. Some key contradictions and paradoxes are described below.

According to the author of 2 Kings, this verse tells about big, strong pillars made of brass that were part of a special building. They were decorated with fancy designs and pomegranates, showing how beautiful and important the building was.

2 Kings 25:17: The height of the one pillar [was] eighteen cubits, and the chapiter upon it [was] brass: and the height of the chapiter three cubits; and the wreathen work, and pomegranates upon the chapiter round about, all of brass: and like unto these had the second pillar with wreathen work.

Contradiction with 1 Kings 7:15

This verse states that the height of the bronze pillars was eighteen cubits, while 2 Kings 25:17 states they were eighteen cubits and describes additional specific dimensions and details.

1 Kings 7:15: For he cast two pillars of brass, of eighteen cubits high apiece: and a line of twelve cubits did compass either of them about. [cast: Heb. fashioned]

Paradox #1

The contradiction in this verse could relate to discrepancies in the measurements provided when compared to similar accounts elsewhere in the Bible. Different sources might record the heights or dimensions of structures or items in varying ways, leading to confusion or debate about accuracy.

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