Contradictions and Paradoxes in 2 Kings 7:7

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

According to the author of the Book of Kings, the people in the story got really scared and ran away quickly, leaving all their things behind. They didn't even take their horses or donkeys because they wanted to be safe.

2 Kings 7:7: Wherefore they arose and fled in the twilight, and left their tents, and their horses, and their asses, even the camp as it [was], and fled for their life.

Contradiction with Judges 6:12

This verse shows an angel providing assurance and peace to Gideon, contrasting with the fear and urgency causing the Syrians to flee in 2 Kings 7:7.

Judges 6:12: And the angel of the LORD appeared unto him, and said unto him, The LORD [is] with thee, thou mighty man of valour.

Contradiction with Isaiah 41:10

God promises strength and help, contrary to the panic and abandonment seen by the Syrians in 2 Kings 7:7.

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.

Contradiction with Psalm 23:4

Expresses confidence and fearlessness even in danger, opposing the Syrians' fearful retreat in 2 Kings 7:7.

Psalm 23:4: Yea, though I walk through the valley of the shadow of death, I will fear no evil: for thou [art] with me; thy rod and thy staff they comfort me.

Contradiction with Exodus 14:13

Moses instructs the Israelites not to fear, contrasting the fear-driven flight of the Syrians in 2 Kings 7:7.

Exodus 14:13: And Moses said unto the people, Fear ye not, stand still, and see the salvation of the LORD, which he will shew to you to day: for the Egyptians whom ye have seen to day, ye shall see them again no more for ever. [for the...: or, for whereas ye have seen the Egyptians to day]

Contradiction with Matthew 8:26

Jesus calms a storm, showcasing power over fear, unlike the panic-stricken Syrians in 2 Kings 7:7.

Matthew 8:26: And he saith unto them, Why are ye fearful, O ye of little faith? Then he arose, and rebuked the winds and the sea; and there was a great calm.
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