Contradictions and Paradoxes in 2 Kings 8:2

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

According to the author of 2 Kings, the woman listened to the man of God and took her family to live in a new place for seven years. This story shows how important it is to trust and follow God's guidance.

2 Kings 8:2: And the woman arose, and did after the saying of the man of God: and she went with her household, and sojourned in the land of the Philistines seven years.

Contradiction with Matthew 6:19-20

These verses advise against storing treasures on earth, which could be seen as contradictory to the act of safeguarding wealth or moving due to material concerns, as seen in 2 Kings 8:2.

Matthew 6:19-20: Lay not up for yourselves treasures upon earth, where moth and rust doth corrupt, and where thieves break through and steal:

Contradiction with Matthew 19:21

Jesus instructs to sell possessions and give to the poor, which contrasts with the protection and preservation of assets implied in 2 Kings 8:2.

Matthew 19:21: Jesus said unto him, If thou wilt be perfect, go [and] sell that thou hast, and give to the poor, and thou shalt have treasure in heaven: and come [and] follow me.

Contradiction with Luke 12:22-24

These verses encourage not worrying about earthly needs, differing from the actions taken in 2 Kings 8:2 where precautionary measures are taken due to a looming famine.

Luke 12:22-24: And he said unto his disciples, Therefore I say unto you, Take no thought for your life, what ye shall eat; neither for the body, what ye shall put on.

Contradiction with Philippians 4:6

Advises not to worry about anything, which contrasts the fear-driven action of moving due to famine in 2 Kings 8:2.

Philippians 4:6: Be careful for nothing; but in every thing by prayer and supplication with thanksgiving let your requests be made known unto God.
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