Contradictions and Paradoxes in 2 Kings 4:8

Check out Contradictions Catalog of 2 Kings 4:8 for the comprehensive list of verses that contradicts 2 Kings 4:8. Some key contradictions and paradoxes are described below.

According to the author of 2 Kings, this verse shows that Elisha, a man of God, was welcomed by a kind and important woman in the town of Shunem, who invited him to eat at her home whenever he came by. This story teaches Christians about being kind and generous to others, especially to those who serve God.

2 Kings 4:8: And it fell on a day, that Elisha passed to Shunem, where [was] a great woman; and she constrained him to eat bread. And [so] it was, [that] as oft as he passed by, he turned in thither to eat bread. [it fell on a day: Heb. there was a day] [constrained him: Heb. laid hold on him]

Contradiction with Matthew 5:42

Contradicts the act of giving in 2 Kings 4:8 by encouraging giving to everyone who asks, unlike the selective hospitality shown to Elisha.

Matthew 5:42: Give to him that asketh thee, and from him that would borrow of thee turn not thou away.

Contradiction with Luke 6:30

Contradicts by teaching to give to every person who asks of you, compared to the specific kindness toward Elisha.

Luke 6:30: Give to every man that asketh of thee; and of him that taketh away thy goods ask [them] not again.

Contradiction with Romans 12:20

Teaches to feed and care for one's enemies, which contrasts with the selective kindness only shown to Elisha.

Romans 12:20: Therefore if thine enemy hunger, feed him; if he thirst, give him drink: for in so doing thou shalt heap coals of fire on his head.

Contradiction with James 2:1-4

Warns against showing favoritism, suggesting impartial kindness rather than selective hospitality.

James 2:1-4: My brethren, have not the faith of our Lord Jesus Christ, [the Lord] of glory, with respect of persons.

Contradiction with Proverbs 19:17

Emphasizes giving to the poor as lending to the Lord, whereas 2 Kings 4:8 depicts specific hospitality to a prophet.

Proverbs 19:17: He that hath pity upon the poor lendeth unto the LORD; and that which he hath given will he pay him again. [that which...: or, his deed]

Contradiction with Matthew 19:21

Encourages giving all possessions to the poor, contrasting the selective giving shown to Elisha.

Matthew 19:21: Jesus said unto him, If thou wilt be perfect, go [and] sell that thou hast, and give to the poor, and thou shalt have treasure in heaven: and come [and] follow me.

Contradiction with Hebrews 13:2

Calls for hospitality to strangers, potentially angels, which contrasts with the hospitality shown only to a known prophet.

Hebrews 13:2: Be not forgetful to entertain strangers: for thereby some have entertained angels unawares.
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