Contradictions and Paradoxes in 2 Kings 6:19

Check out Contradictions Catalog of 2 Kings 6:19 for the comprehensive list of verses that contradicts 2 Kings 6:19. Some key contradictions and paradoxes are described below.

According to the author of 2 Kings, Elisha was being clever and helped to protect his city by leading the enemy soldiers in the wrong direction. He tricked them and took them to a safe place in Samaria instead.

2 Kings 6:19: And Elisha said unto them, This [is] not the way, neither [is] this the city: follow me, and I will bring you to the man whom ye seek. But he led them to Samaria. [follow...: Heb. come ye after me]

Contradiction with Proverbs 12:22

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Proverbs 12:22: Lying lips [are] abomination to the LORD: but they that deal truly [are] his delight.

Contradiction with Exodus 20:16

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Exodus 20:16: Thou shalt not bear false witness against thy neighbour.

Contradiction with Colossians 3:9

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Colossians 3:9: Lie not one to another, seeing that ye have put off the old man with his deeds;

Contradiction with Ephesians 4:25

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Ephesians 4:25: Wherefore putting away lying, speak every man truth with his neighbour: for we are members one of another.

Contradiction with Psalm 101:7

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Psalm 101:7: He that worketh deceit shall not dwell within my house: he that telleth lies shall not tarry in my sight. [shall not tarry: Heb. shall not be established]

Paradox #1

This verse might seem to present a contradiction because it involves deception to protect oneself or others. Some might question if it's right to deceive, even if the intention is to prevent harm. This can conflict with values that emphasize honesty and truthfulness.

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