Contradiction with Romans 13:1
Romans 13:1 contradicts Haggai 2:22 as it emphasizes the divine establishment of governing authorities and the necessity to submit to them, while Haggai 2:22 speaks of overthrowing thrones and kingdoms.
Romans 13:1: Let every soul be subject unto the higher powers. For there is no power but of God: the powers that be are ordained of God. [ordained: or, ordered]
Contradiction with Proverbs 8:15-16
These verses suggest that it is through wisdom that kings reign and rulers govern justly, which contrasts with the idea in Haggai 2:22 of making them destroy one another.
Proverbs 8:15-16: By me kings reign, and princes decree justice.
Contradiction with Daniel 2:21
This verse contradicts Haggai 2:22 by stating that God changes times and seasons and sets up kings, implying a more orderly transition of power rather than the violent overthrow described.
Daniel 2:21: And he changeth the times and the seasons: he removeth kings, and setteth up kings: he giveth wisdom unto the wise, and knowledge to them that know understanding:
Contradiction with 1 Peter 2:13-14
This passage advises submission to every human authority for the Lord's sake, contrasting with the upheaval and destruction of kingdoms described in Haggai 2:22.
1 Peter 2:13-14: Submit yourselves to every ordinance of man for the Lord's sake: whether it be to the king, as supreme;
Contradiction with John 18:36
Jesus mentions that his kingdom is not of this world, which suggests a focus on a spiritual reign rather than the physical overthrow of earthly kingdoms noted in Haggai 2:22.
John 18:36: Jesus answered, My kingdom is not of this world: if my kingdom were of this world, then would my servants fight, that I should not be delivered to the Jews: but now is my kingdom not from hence.