Contradictions and Paradoxes in 2 Kings 9:6

Check out Contradictions Catalog of 2 Kings 9:6 for the comprehensive list of verses that contradicts 2 Kings 9:6. Some key contradictions and paradoxes are described below.

According to the author of the book, this verse shows that God chose a special person to be the new king of Israel by pouring oil on his head. It's a way God shows His choice and blessings for someone to lead His people.

2 Kings 9:6: And he arose, and went into the house; and he poured the oil on his head, and said unto him, Thus saith the LORD God of Israel, I have anointed thee king over the people of the LORD, [even] over Israel.

Contradiction with Matthew 5:44

2 Kings 9:6 involves a call to violence, while Matthew 5:44 teaches to love enemies and bless those who persecute you.

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 Exodus 20:13

2 Kings 9:6 includes a command for Jehu to destroy the house of Ahab which involves killing, whereas Exodus 20:13 commands "Thou shalt not kill."

Exodus 20:13: Thou shalt not kill.

Contradiction with Romans 12:19

2 Kings 9:6 is about executing vengeance on Ahab’s house, while Romans 12:19 advises against seeking personal vengeance, saying "Vengeance is mine; I will repay, saith the Lord."

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 1 Peter 3:9

2 Kings 9:6 involves returning evil upon the house of Ahab, while 1 Peter 3:9 instructs not to repay evil for evil, but to bless instead.

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 Proverbs 25:21-22

2 Kings 9:6 involves execution of judgment on enemies, yet Proverbs 25:21-22 encourages feeding and giving drink to enemies, thus repaying evil with good.

Proverbs 25:21-22: If thine enemy be hungry, give him bread to eat; and if he be thirsty, give him water to drink:

Paradox #1

The potential contradiction in this verse could be related to the idea of using violence to achieve a religious or divine goal. It raises questions about whether it is right to use aggressive actions if they are believed to be commanded by a higher power. This can be inconsistent with the broader moral teachings about peace and non-violence found elsewhere.

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