Contradiction with Genesis 1:26
Contradicts Daniel 4:25 by stating that humans are given dominion over creation, implying a shared authority rather than exclusive divine rule.
Genesis 1:26: And God said, Let us make man in our image, after our likeness: and let them have dominion over the fish of the sea, and over the fowl of the air, and over the cattle, and over all the earth, and over every creeping thing that creepeth upon the earth.
Contradiction with Psalm 115:16
Contradicts Daniel 4:25 by emphasizing that the earth has been given to human beings, suggesting human dominion and responsibility.
Psalm 115:16: The heaven, [even] the heavens, [are] the LORD'S: but the earth hath he given to the children of men.
Contradiction with Ecclesiastes 9:11
Suggests that success and power come from chance, contradicting the idea in Daniel 4:25 that God bestows kingdoms.
Ecclesiastes 9:11: I returned, and saw under the sun, that the race [is] not to the swift, nor the battle to the strong, neither yet bread to the wise, nor yet riches to men of understanding, nor yet favour to men of skill; but time and chance happeneth to them all.
Contradiction with Romans 13:1
Asserts that all governing authorities are established by God, aligning with Daniel 4:25, therefore not truly contradicting.
Romans 13:1: Let every soul be subject unto the higher powers. For there is no power but of God: the powers that be are ordained of God. [ordained: or, ordered]
Paradox #1
Some people might see a contradiction in the idea that God controls human kingdoms and allows rulers to govern at His will. This could seem inconsistent with the concept of free will, where humans have the ability to make their own choices. However, many theologians argue that divine sovereignty and human free will can coexist in ways that are beyond human understanding.
Paradox #2
The contradiction or conflict could arise from the idea of divine punishment or control over human actions and power. Some might see a contradiction in the concept of free will if God ultimately decides the fate of rulers and kingdoms, which implies that human authority and decisions may not truly be free or based on personal merit. This can raise questions about the justice and fairness of divine intervention in human affairs.