Contradictions and Paradoxes in 2 Kings 9:1

Check out Contradictions Catalog of 2 Kings 9:1 for the comprehensive list of verses that contradicts 2 Kings 9:1. Some key contradictions and paradoxes are described below.

According to the author of 2 Kings, God told Elisha to ask one of his helpers to get ready quickly and take a bottle of oil to a place called Ramothgilead. The oil was for a special job God wanted them to do.

2 Kings 9:1: And Elisha the prophet called one of the children of the prophets, and said unto him, Gird up thy loins, and take this box of oil in thine hand, and go to Ramothgilead:

Contradiction with 1 Samuel 16:7

This verse emphasizes that God looks at the heart, while 2 Kings 9:1 involves external actions and anointment.

1 Samuel 16:7: But the LORD said unto Samuel, Look not on his countenance, or on the height of his stature; because I have refused him: for [the LORD seeth] not as man seeth; for man looketh on the outward appearance, but the LORD looketh on the heart. [outward...: Heb. eyes]

Contradiction with Matthew 5:44

In this verse, Jesus teaches to love enemies, contrasting with 2 Kings 9:1 which sets a mission involving violence.

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 Romans 12:19

This verse advises against seeking vengeance, differing from the call for Jehu to bring judgment in 2 Kings 9:1.

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 Proverbs 16:7

Suggests that peace is achieved through pleasing God, unlike the tumultuous mission assigned in 2 Kings 9:1.

Proverbs 16:7: When a man's ways please the LORD, he maketh even his enemies to be at peace with him.

Contradiction with Matthew 26:52

"They that take the sword shall perish with the sword," contradicting the anointment leading to battle actions in 2 Kings 9:1.

Matthew 26:52: Thinkest thou that I cannot now pray to my Father, and he shall presently give me more than twelve legions of angels?
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