Contradictions and Paradoxes in 2 Kings 4:27

Check out Contradictions Catalog of 2 Kings 4:27 for the comprehensive list of verses that contradicts 2 Kings 4:27. Some key contradictions and paradoxes are described below.

According to the author of the book of 2 Kings, the woman was very upset and needed help from the man of God, Elisha, even though his helper, Gehazi, tried to stop her. Elisha didn't know why she was sad because God hadn't shown him yet, but he told Gehazi to let her speak.

2 Kings 4:27: And when she came to the man of God to the hill, she caught him by the feet: but Gehazi came near to thrust her away. And the man of God said, Let her alone; for her soul [is] vexed within her: and the LORD hath hid [it] from me, and hath not told me. [him...: Heb. by his feet] [vexed: Heb. bitter]

Contradiction with 1 John 5:14

This verse speaks of confidence in approaching God with our requests, which contrasts with 2 Kings 4:27 where Gehazi tries to push the woman away, implying a lack of access or confidence in approaching God's prophet.

1 John 5:14: And this is the confidence that we have in him, that, if we ask any thing according to his will, he heareth us: [in: or, concerning]

Contradiction with Matthew 11:28

This verse invites all who are weary to come to Jesus for rest, contradicting the action of Gehazi in 2 Kings 4:27 who tries to send the woman away instead of helping or comforting her.

Matthew 11:28: Come unto me, all [ye] that labour and are heavy laden, and I will give you rest.

Contradiction with Hebrews 4:16

It encourages believers to boldly approach the throne of grace, which contradicts Gehazi's attempt to prevent the woman from reaching Elisha in 2 Kings 4:27.

Hebrews 4:16: Let us therefore come boldly unto the throne of grace, that we may obtain mercy, and find grace to help in time of need.

Contradiction with James 4:8

This verse suggests drawing near to God results in Him drawing near to us, whereas in 2 Kings 4:27, the woman's approach to the prophet is blocked by Gehazi.

James 4:8: Draw nigh to God, and he will draw nigh to you. Cleanse [your] hands, [ye] sinners; and purify [your] hearts, [ye] double minded.

Contradiction with Mark 10:14

Jesus commands children to be allowed to come to Him, which contradicts Gehazi's actions of trying to hinder someone from coming to the prophet in 2 Kings 4:27.

Mark 10:14: But when Jesus saw [it], he was much displeased, and said unto them, Suffer the little children to come unto me, and forbid them not: for of such is the kingdom of God.
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