Contradiction with Proverbs 19:9
This verse states that a false witness will not go unpunished and that a liar will perish, highlighting themes of justice and truth, which contradict the impulsive and savage action of Jehu against Jezebel in 2 Kings 9:32.
Proverbs 19:9: A false witness shall not be unpunished, and [he that] speaketh lies shall perish.
Contradiction with Romans 12:19
This verse advises against taking vengeance and emphasizes leaving room for God’s wrath, contradicting Jehu’s violent and vengeful act in 2 Kings 9:32.
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 5:39
This verse teaches to not resist an evil person and to turn the other cheek, which contradicts the violent approach taken by Jehu.
Matthew 5:39: But I say unto you, That ye resist not evil: but whosoever shall smite thee on thy right cheek, turn to him the other also.
Contradiction with Exodus 20:13
This commandment, "Thou shalt not kill," contradicts the act of Jehu leading to the death of Jezebel.
Exodus 20:13: Thou shalt not kill.
Contradiction with Matthew 5:7
Encourages mercy, which contradicts the absence of mercy in Jehu’s treatment of Jezebel.
Matthew 5:7: Blessed [are] the merciful: for they shall obtain mercy.
Contradiction with James 2:13
This verse highlights that judgment without mercy will be shown to anyone who has not been merciful, contrasting with the judgment executed by Jehu.
James 2:13: For he shall have judgment without mercy, that hath shewed no mercy; and mercy rejoiceth against judgment. [rejoiceth: or, glorieth]
Contradiction with 1 John 4:8
Declares that God is love, which contrasts with the narrative of violence in 2 Kings 9:32.
1 John 4:8: He that loveth not knoweth not God; for God is love.
Contradiction with Luke 6:36
Encourages being merciful as God is merciful, conflicting with Jehu's lack of mercy.
Luke 6:36: Be ye therefore merciful, as your Father also is merciful.
Contradiction with 1 Peter 3:9
Advises not to repay evil with evil or insult with insult, which contradicts the retaliatory killing in 2 Kings 9:32.
1 Peter 3:9: Not rendering evil for evil, or railing for railing: but contrariwise blessing; knowing that ye are thereunto called, that ye should inherit a blessing.
Contradiction with Colossians 3:13
Teaches forgiveness above all grievances, which contradicts the unforgiving act of Jehu.
Colossians 3:13: Forbearing one another, and forgiving one another, if any man have a quarrel against any: even as Christ forgave you, so also [do] ye. [quarrel: or, complaint]
Paradox #1
The contradiction or conflict in 2 Kings 9:32 might stem from the act of violence described. On one hand, it could be seen as an execution of divine judgment, while on the other, it involves betrayal and killing, which generally contradict moral teachings against murder and treachery. This tension between divine justice and moral conduct may present a conflict for some readers.