Contradictions and Paradoxes in 2 Kings 6:24

Check out Contradictions Catalog of 2 Kings 6:24 for the comprehensive list of verses that contradicts 2 Kings 6:24. Some key contradictions and paradoxes are described below.

According to the author of 2 Kings, a powerful king named Benhadad from Syria brought his big army to surround and attack the city of Samaria. This made life very hard for the people living inside the city because they couldn't get food or supplies.

2 Kings 6:24: And it came to pass after this, that Benhadad king of Syria gathered all his host, and went up, and besieged Samaria.

Contradiction with Proverbs 3:25

This verse advises not to be afraid of sudden fear, whereas 2 Kings 6:24 describes a sudden, fearful siege by Benhadad.

Proverbs 3:25: Be not afraid of sudden fear, neither of the desolation of the wicked, when it cometh.

Contradiction with Philippians 4:19

God's promise to supply all needs contradicts the famine situation in 2 Kings 6:24 resulting from the siege.

Philippians 4:19: But my God shall supply all your need according to his riches in glory by Christ Jesus.

Contradiction with Matthew 5:44

This verse teaches to love enemies and pray for them, which contradicts the hostile actions seen in 2 Kings 6:24.

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 Isaiah 41:10

God's reassurance of protection is at odds with the dire siege circumstances faced by Israel in 2 Kings 6:24.

Isaiah 41:10: Fear thou not; for I [am] with thee: be not dismayed; for I [am] thy God: I will strengthen thee; yea, I will help thee; yea, I will uphold thee with the right hand of my righteousness.
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