Contradiction with Exodus 20:14
This verse contradicts 2 Samuel 12:11 as it explicitly commands against committing adultery, while in 2 Samuel 12:11, God declares He will cause David's wives to be taken and given to another, resulting in adultery.
Exodus 20:14: Thou shalt not commit adultery.
Contradiction with James 1:13
This verse explains that God does not tempt anyone with evil, while 2 Samuel 12:11 suggests God would bring calamity upon David's house, which appears to contradict His nature of not inciting evil.
James 1:13: Let no man say when he is tempted, I am tempted of God: for God cannot be tempted with evil, neither tempteth he any man: [evil: or, evils]
Contradiction with Ezekiel 18:20
This verse states that each person is responsible for their own sin, whereas 2 Samuel 12:11 implies that the consequences of David's sin would affect his wives and family members.
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 Deuteronomy 24:16
This verse establishes that children should not be punished for the sins of their parents, opposing 2 Samuel 12:11, where David's family suffers consequences due to his actions.
Deuteronomy 24:16: The fathers shall not be put to death for the children, neither shall the children be put to death for the fathers: every man shall be put to death for his own sin.
Contradiction with 1 John 4:8
This verse defines God as love, and the actions described in 2 Samuel 12:11 seem contrary to the nature of a loving God who would orchestrate such personal betrayal and suffering.
1 John 4:8: He that loveth not knoweth not God; for God is love.
Paradox #1
2 Samuel 12:11 might raise questions or concerns about the nature of God's actions and justice. Some people find it difficult to understand why God would allow or directly cause suffering as a consequence of someone's actions. This can seem contradictory to the idea of a loving and merciful God. Such contradictions often lead to discussions about the balance between divine justice and mercy.
Paradox #2
The contradiction or inconsistency might relate to the moral and ethical implications of the actions described, especially considering other parts of the Biblical text that promote different values or rules. It also might conflict with the idea of divine justice and punishment as portrayed in other stories.
Paradox #3
This verse could present a moral conflict because it describes God intending to bring harm to someone as a punishment. This raises questions about the nature of divine justice and the idea of an all-good, all-loving deity causing suffering. Such a portrayal can seem inconsistent with the belief in a merciful and compassionate God.