Contradiction with Matthew 5:44
Commands to love your enemies and bless them, contrasting with 2 Kings 6:21 where there’s consideration of smiting enemies.
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 Romans 12:20
Encourages feeding and giving drink to enemies, in contrast to the idea of attacking them in 2 Kings 6:21.
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 Luke 6:27
Dictates loving your enemies and doing good to them, opposite to the initial suggestion in 2 Kings 6:21.
Luke 6:27: But I say unto you which hear, Love your enemies, do good to them which hate you,
Contradiction with Exodus 21:23-25
Advocates for "eye for eye" justice, differing from potential mercy or restraint in 2 Kings 6:21 after the prophet's advice.
Exodus 21:23-25: And if [any] mischief follow, then thou shalt give life for life,
Contradiction with Proverbs 25:21-22
Advises providing for your enemy if they are hungry or thirsty, conflicting with the potential for harm in 2 Kings 6:21.
Proverbs 25:21-22: If thine enemy be hungry, give him bread to eat; and if he be thirsty, give him water to drink:
Contradiction with Romans 12:19
Advises against taking revenge, while in 2 Kings 6:21 there is a proposal to strike.
Romans 12:19: Dearly beloved, avenge not yourselves, but [rather] give place unto wrath: for it is written, Vengeance [is] mine; I will repay, saith the Lord.
Contradiction with Leviticus 19:18
Encourages not seeking revenge, which conflicts with the king's initial suggestion in 2 Kings 6:21.
Leviticus 19:18: Thou shalt not avenge, nor bear any grudge against the children of thy people, but thou shalt love thy neighbour as thyself: I [am] the LORD.
Paradox #1
This Bible verse might seem to contradict the idea of mercy. While the king is keen on overcoming his enemies, the context reveals a plan that suggests showing them kindness instead. This conflict might challenge the typical expectation of justice, as it proposes mercy over punishment.