Contradiction with Numbers 32:23
This verse suggests that sin will always find you out and that there will be consequences, contradicting the notion of immediate forgiveness as seen in 2 Samuel 12:13.
Numbers 32:23: But if ye will not do so, behold, ye have sinned against the LORD: and be sure your sin will find you out.
Contradiction with Ezekiel 18:20
States that the soul who sins shall die, which contradicts David's immediate forgiveness and spared life in 2 Samuel 12:13.
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 Romans 6:23
The emphasis on the wages of sin being death contrasts with the forgiveness and sparing of David's life in 2 Samuel 12:13.
Romans 6:23: For the wages of sin [is] death; but the gift of God [is] eternal life through Jesus Christ our Lord.
Contradiction with Galatians 6:7
The concept of reaping what one sows suggests inevitable consequences for sin, contrasting with the pardon given to David in 2 Samuel 12:13.
Galatians 6:7: Be not deceived; God is not mocked: for whatsoever a man soweth, that shall he also reap.
Contradiction with Hebrews 10:26-27
Implying no sacrifice for willful sinfulness, contradicting the idea of David’s sin being forgiven in 2 Samuel 12:13.
Hebrews 10:26-27: For if we sin wilfully after that we have received the knowledge of the truth, there remaineth no more sacrifice for sins,
Contradiction with Exodus 34:7
States that God does not leave the guilty unpunished, contradicting the pardon given to David in 2 Samuel 12:13.
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 1 John 3:9
Indicates that a person born of God does not commit sin, contradicting David sinning despite being seen as a man after God’s heart.
1 John 3:9: Whosoever is born of God doth not commit sin; for his seed remaineth in him: and he cannot sin, because he is born of God. [is born: or, has been born]
Paradox #1
The issue some people find with this verse is about justice and forgiveness. David admits he has done wrong, but he is quickly forgiven. This might seem unfair because others in the Bible face harsher consequences for their sins. Some think this shows inconsistency in how justice is applied.
Paradox #2
The potential contradiction or inconsistency here could involve the concepts of justice and forgiveness. In this verse, after confessing his sin, David is forgiven by God. This might seem inconsistent to some with the idea of divine justice, which might be expected to demand a penalty for sin. The tension lies in how a just God forgives a serious wrongdoing without imposing the punishment the law dictates. Some may wonder how justice and mercy coexist in this context.
Paradox #3
The contradiction in 2 Samuel 12:13 could be seen in the idea of forgiveness. David admits his wrongdoing, and God forgives him, which shows mercy. However, the story also involves serious consequences despite this forgiveness, which might seem inconsistent with the complete pardon one usually expects when forgiven. This can create a tension between mercy and justice.