Contradiction with Leviticus 5:4-6
These verses explain provision for unintentional sins being forgiven through an offering, which contrasts with the immediate consequence faced by Jonathan, despite his unawareness of his sin.
Leviticus 5:4-6: Or if a soul swear, pronouncing with [his] lips to do evil, or to do good, whatsoever [it be] that a man shall pronounce with an oath, and it be hid from him; when he knoweth [of it], then he shall be guilty in one of these.
Contradiction with Numbers 15:28-31
This passage differentiates between unintentional and intentional sins, suggesting mercy for unintentional sins which contradicts the severe consequence waiting for Jonathan for an unintentional act.
Numbers 15:28-31: And the priest shall make an atonement for the soul that sinneth ignorantly, when he sinneth by ignorance before the LORD, to make an atonement for him; and it shall be forgiven him.
Contradiction with Ezekiel 18:20
This verse emphasizes personal responsibility for sin, suggesting that Jonathan should not be accountable if unaware, contrasting with the punishment impending on him despite ignorance.
Ezekiel 18:20: The soul that sinneth, it shall die. The son shall not bear the iniquity of the father, neither shall the father bear the iniquity of the son: the righteousness of the righteous shall be upon him, and the wickedness of the wicked shall be upon him.
Contradiction with Psalm 103:10-12
Highlights God's abundant mercy and forgiveness, especially towards faults committed unknowingly, conflicting with the penalty Jonathan would face for his unintended transgression.
Psalm 103:10-12: He hath not dealt with us after our sins; nor rewarded us according to our iniquities.
Contradiction with Matthew 12:7
Jesus speaks on the value of mercy over sacrifice, advocating for leniency that contradicts the harsh consequences for Jonathan's unintentional act.
Matthew 12:7: But if ye had known what [this] meaneth, I will have mercy, and not sacrifice, ye would not have condemned the guiltless.
Contradiction with James 2:13
This verse emphasizes that mercy triumphs over judgment, contradicting the expectation of Jonathan's death due to his unintentional sin.
James 2:13: For he shall have judgment without mercy, that hath shewed no mercy; and mercy rejoiceth against judgment. [rejoiceth: or, glorieth]
Paradox #1
This verse might seem like a contradiction because it involves a person being punished for an act they did unknowingly. This raises questions about the fairness of punishment when someone is unaware of their wrongdoing.