Contradiction with Ezekiel 18:20
This verse states that a son shall not bear the iniquity of the father, contradicting the concept of divine fatalism in 1 Samuel 2:25.
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 Exodus 34:7
This verse says God forgives iniquity and transgression, contradicting the notion in 1 Samuel 2:25 that there is no forgiveness by divine intervention for certain sins.
Exodus 34:7: Keeping mercy for thousands, forgiving iniquity and transgression and sin, and that will by no means clear [the guilty]; visiting the iniquity of the fathers upon the children, and upon the children's children, unto the third and to the fourth [generation].
Contradiction with Isaiah 1:18
This verse mentions that sins can be made as white as snow, contradicting the idea in 1 Samuel 2:25 that God may not intercede in sins.
Isaiah 1:18: Come now, and let us reason together, saith the LORD: though your sins be as scarlet, they shall be as white as snow; though they be red like crimson, they shall be as wool.
Contradiction with 2 Peter 3:9
This verse suggests that God is patient and does not want anyone to perish, contrasting with the inevitability of divine judgment implied in 1 Samuel 2:25.
2 Peter 3:9: The Lord is not slack concerning his promise, as some men count slackness; but is longsuffering to us-ward, not willing that any should perish, but that all should come to repentance.
Contradiction with 1 John 1:9
This verse states that confessing sins leads to forgiveness, which contrasts with the implication in 1 Samuel 2:25 of certain sins being beyond divine pardon.
1 John 1:9: If we confess our sins, he is faithful and just to forgive us [our] sins, and to cleanse us from all unrighteousness.
Paradox #1
1 Samuel 2:25 could present a conflict because it suggests that if a person sins against someone else, another person can intercede for them. However, if a person sins directly against God, no one can intercede. This seems inconsistent with other parts of the Bible, which emphasize that God is forgiving and that intercession is always possible through priests, prophets, or ultimately Jesus. This could make it seem like there is no hope for forgiveness for certain sins, which doesn't align with the broader message of forgiveness and redemption found in the Bible.
Paradox #2
Some people find a contradiction between 1 Samuel 2:25 and other parts of the Bible regarding forgiveness and punishment. This verse suggests that certain sins may not be forgiven through prayer or mediation, while other parts of the Bible emphasize God's ability to forgive all sins. This can seem inconsistent with the general message of forgiveness in the Bible.
Paradox #3
The contradiction in this verse lies in the idea of divine justice versus human justice. It suggests that if a person sins against another person, human judges can mediate or resolve the conflict. However, if someone sins against God, it's implied that the outcome is graver and out of human hands. This can seem inconsistent because it raises questions about fairness and accountability: why wouldn't there be a similar opportunity for mediation or forgiveness directly with God as there is among people? It touches on the tension between divine mercy and justice.