Contradictions and Paradoxes in 2 Kings 8:15

Check out Contradictions Catalog of 2 Kings 8:15 for the comprehensive list of verses that contradicts 2 Kings 8:15. Some key contradictions and paradoxes are described below.

According to the author of the book, someone put wet cloth on the king's face to hurt him, and then the king died, so Hazael became the new king. Christians might see this as a story showing how people sometimes do wrong things to get power.

2 Kings 8:15: And it came to pass on the morrow, that he took a thick cloth, and dipped [it] in water, and spread [it] on his face, so that he died: and Hazael reigned in his stead.

Contradiction with Exodus 20:13

This verse says, "Thou shalt not kill," which contradicts the act of murder in 2 Kings 8:15.

Exodus 20:13: Thou shalt not kill.

Contradiction with Romans 12:19

This verse instructs not to take vengeance but to leave it to God, contradicting the act of taking matters into one's own hands in 2 Kings 8:15.

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 Matthew 5:44

This verse tells to love your enemies, contradicting the betrayal and murder presented in 2 Kings 8:15.

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 Proverbs 12:22

This verse states that lying lips are an abomination to the Lord, contradicting the deceit involved in the actions leading to 2 Kings 8:15.

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

Contradiction with James 1:20

This verse mentions that human anger does not produce the righteousness that God desires, contrasting with the intent and actions in 2 Kings 8:15.

James 1:20: For the wrath of man worketh not the righteousness of God.

Paradox #1

2 Kings 8:15 might be seen as having a moral or ethical contradiction. In this verse, an act of violence is seemingly endorsed or described as necessary for political gain or power, which can conflict with other Bible teachings that value life and condemn murder. This can create tension with overarching biblical principles that emphasize love, forgiveness, and valuing human life.

Paradox #2

The moral conflict in 2 Kings 8:15 could arise from the actions leading to the death of Ben-Hadad. This could be seen as troubling or conflicting with moral teachings about honesty, respect for life, and not resorting to deceit or harm to gain power. It may seem inconsistent with broader teachings in religious texts that promote peace and fairness.

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