Contradiction with Romans 3:23
This verse states "For all have sinned, and come short of the glory of God," suggesting that all people are lacking, whereas Daniel 5:27 states, "Thou art weighed in the balances, and art found wanting" specifically of Belshazzar, indicating a specific judgment rather than a universal condition.
Romans 3:23: For all have sinned, and come short of the glory of God;
Contradiction with Matthew 7:1
"Judge not, that ye be not judged" contradicts the judgment passed in Daniel 5:27, which evaluates and finds Belshazzar wanting.
Matthew 7:1: Judge not, that ye be not judged.
Contradiction with 1 Samuel 16:7
"For the LORD seeth not as man seeth; for man looketh on the outward appearance, but the LORD looketh on the heart." In contrast, Daniel 5:27 implies judgment based on the outcome, while this verse suggests God's judgment depends on internal disposition.
1 Samuel 16:7: But the LORD said unto Samuel, Look not on his countenance, or on the height of his stature; because I have refused him: for [the LORD seeth] not as man seeth; for man looketh on the outward appearance, but the LORD looketh on the heart. [outward...: Heb. eyes]
Contradiction with James 2:13
"For he shall have judgment without mercy, that hath shewed no mercy; and mercy rejoiceth against judgment." This verse hints at mercy in judgment, whereas Daniel 5:27 delivers a straightforward judgment without reference to mercy.
James 2:13: For he shall have judgment without mercy, that hath shewed no mercy; and mercy rejoiceth against judgment. [rejoiceth: or, glorieth]
Contradiction with John 3:17
"For God sent not his Son into the world to condemn the world; but that the world through him might be saved." This offers a message of salvation, whereas Daniel 5:27 presents a message of condemnation.
John 3:17: For God sent not his Son into the world to condemn the world; but that the world through him might be saved.
Contradiction with Ezekiel 18:21
"But if the wicked will turn from all his sins that he hath committed, and keep all my statutes, and do that which is lawful and right, he shall surely live, he shall not die." Suggests a possibility of redemption, which contradicts the declared outcome in Daniel 5:27 without offering such an option.
Ezekiel 18:21: But if the wicked will turn from all his sins that he hath committed, and keep all my statutes, and do that which is lawful and right, he shall surely live, he shall not die.
Contradiction with Psalm 103:10
"He hath not dealt with us after our sins; nor rewarded us according to our iniquities." Suggests leniency despite sin, contrasting with the clear penalty described in Daniel 5:27.
Psalm 103:10: He hath not dealt with us after our sins; nor rewarded us according to our iniquities.
Paradox #1
The moral conflict in Daniel 5:27 could be the idea of being judged and found lacking. It can be seen as inconsistent with teachings about redemption and forgiveness, suggesting a contradiction between being judged as insufficient and yet being offered grace.