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Examples Of Contradiction In Ancient Egypt During The Second Years Of Jehoram Of Israel

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Another example of contradiction within the scriptures occurs when Jehoram of Israel began his reign as king during the second year of Jehoram’s rule of Judah. But, in the following passage, Jehoram of Israel began his rule during the 18th year of Jehoshaphat’s rule of Judah. Next, Hezekiah is praised as being the best king that ever lived. Whereas, in another verse, Josiah is glorified as the best king ever. The passages below explain that the Neo-Assyrian Empire’s assault on the city of Jerusalem, in 701 BCE, is a result of Hezekiah not paying its monetary tribute to the empire. During the siege on the city, Hezekiah prays to God for help and hearing the prayers God sends a messenger to murder all of the soldiers of the Neo-Assyrian Empire
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