Contradictions and Paradoxes in 2 Kings 7:16

Check out Contradictions Catalog of 2 Kings 7:16 for the comprehensive list of verses that contradicts 2 Kings 7:16. Some key contradictions and paradoxes are described below.

According to the author of the book, people trusted God’s promise and found lots of food and things in the enemy’s camps, just like God said. It shows that listening to God can bring good things.

2 Kings 7:16: And the people went out, and spoiled the tents of the Syrians. So a measure of fine flour was [sold] for a shekel, and two measures of barley for a shekel, according to the word of the LORD.

Contradiction with Proverbs 13:23

This verse suggests that much food is in the tillage of the poor, contradicting the sudden abundance and wealth obtained by the people in 2 Kings 7:16.

Proverbs 13:23: Much food [is in] the tillage of the poor: but there is [that is] destroyed for want of judgment.

Contradiction with Matthew 19:24

This verse states that it is difficult for a rich man to enter heaven, contradicting the implication that wealth (as gathered in 2 Kings 7:16) is a blessing.

Matthew 19:24: And again I say unto you, It is easier for a camel to go through the eye of a needle, than for a rich man to enter into the kingdom of God.

Contradiction with Luke 6:24

This verse predicts woe to the rich, contradicting the prosperity and benefit experienced by the people who gathered spoils in 2 Kings 7:16.

Luke 6:24: But woe unto you that are rich! for ye have received your consolation.

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