Contradictions and Paradoxes in 2 Kings 6:18

Check out Contradictions Catalog of 2 Kings 6:18 for the comprehensive list of verses that contradicts 2 Kings 6:18. Some key contradictions and paradoxes are described below.

According to the author of the book, this verse shows that Elisha asked God to make the enemy soldiers unable to see, and God listened to him. It tells us that God can help and protect His people in amazing ways.

2 Kings 6:18: And when they came down to him, Elisha prayed unto the LORD, and said, Smite this people, I pray thee, with blindness. And he smote them with blindness according to the word of Elisha.

Contradiction with Matthew 5:44

2 Kings 6:18 describes a prayer for blindness to overcome enemies, while Matthew 5:44 teaches to love enemies and pray for those who persecute you.

Matthew 5:44: But I say unto you, Love your enemies, bless them that curse you, do good to them that hate you, and pray for them which despitefully use you, and persecute you;

Contradiction with Luke 6:27

This verse advises loving enemies and doing good to those who hate you, contrasting with the blinding of enemies as described in 2 Kings 6:18.

Luke 6:27: But I say unto you which hear, Love your enemies, do good to them which hate you,

Contradiction with Romans 12:20

Suggests feeding and giving drink to your enemy, whereas 2 Kings 6:18 involves harmful action against them.

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.

Paradox #1

The contradiction in this verse stems from the use of divine power to harm or blind enemies. It raises questions about the ethics of using supernatural abilities for violent or aggressive purposes, and whether this aligns with broader teachings about love, forgiveness, and treating others kindly.

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