Contradictions and Paradoxes in 2 Kings 5:12

Check out Contradictions Catalog of 2 Kings 5:12 for the comprehensive list of verses that contradicts 2 Kings 5:12. Some key contradictions and paradoxes are described below.

According to the author of the book, Naaman thought the rivers in his own land were better and didn't want to do what God said by washing in the river in Israel. He got very mad and went away, even though God's way was the one that could make him better.

2 Kings 5:12: [Are] not Abana and Pharpar, rivers of Damascus, better than all the waters of Israel? may I not wash in them, and be clean? So he turned and went away in a rage. [Abana: or, Amana]

Contradiction with James 5:14

Illustrates the importance of calling upon the elders and using anointing oil for healing, contrasting with 2 Kings 5:12's skepticism toward following the prophet's simple instructions for healing.

James 5:14: Is any sick among you? let him call for the elders of the church; and let them pray over him, anointing him with oil in the name of the Lord:

Contradiction with Isaiah 55:9

Emphasizes that God's ways are higher than human ways, contradicting Naaman's doubt about God's prescribed method through Elisha being effective.

Isaiah 55:9: For [as] the heavens are higher than the earth, so are my ways higher than your ways, and my thoughts than your thoughts.

Contradiction with Hebrews 11:6

Highlights the necessity of faith to please God and receive His blessings, contrasting Naaman's initial lack of faith in 2 Kings 5:12 regarding the method of his healing.

Hebrews 11:6: But without faith [it is] impossible to please [him]: for he that cometh to God must believe that he is, and [that] he is a rewarder of them that diligently seek him.

Contradiction with Proverbs 3:5

Urges trust in the Lord with all one's heart and not to rely on one's own understanding, contrary to Naaman's reliance on his own expectations and reasoning in 2 Kings 5:12.

Proverbs 3:5: Trust in the LORD with all thine heart; and lean not unto thine own understanding.

Contradiction with Matthew 8:2-3

Shows Jesus healing a leper with a simple touch and word, contrasting Naaman's disbelief in the uncomplicated process suggested by Elisha in 2 Kings 5:12.

Matthew 8:2-3: And, behold, there came a leper and worshipped him, saying, Lord, if thou wilt, thou canst make me clean.

Paradox #1

This verse mentions the rivers Abana and Pharpar as being better than the waters of Israel. A possible contradiction involves the identification and geographic significance of these rivers, as they might not align perfectly with historical records or current geographical understanding. Discrepancies in names or locations between ancient and modern references could cause confusion or inconsistency.

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