Contradiction with Proverbs 4:7
Ephesians 4:18 speaks of ignorance, but Proverbs 4:7 emphasizes the importance of wisdom and understanding.
Proverbs 4:7: Wisdom [is] the principal thing; [therefore] get wisdom: and with all thy getting get understanding.
Contradiction with James 1:5
Ephesians 4:18 mentions darkness in understanding, while James 1:5 assures that God gives wisdom generously to those who ask.
James 1:5: If any of you lack wisdom, let him ask of God, that giveth to all [men] liberally, and upbraideth not; and it shall be given him.
Contradiction with Proverbs 2:6
Ephesians 4:18 focuses on alienation through ignorance, whereas Proverbs 2:6 highlights that the Lord gives wisdom and knowledge.
Proverbs 2:6: For the LORD giveth wisdom: out of his mouth [cometh] knowledge and understanding.
Contradiction with John 8:12
Ephesians 4:18 describes darkened understanding, but John 8:12 presents Jesus as the light of the world, offering enlightenment.
John 8:12: Then spake Jesus again unto them, saying, I am the light of the world: he that followeth me shall not walk in darkness, but shall have the light of life.
Contradiction with Hosea 4:6
Ephesians 4:18 describes being alienated through ignorance, yet Hosea 4:6 outlines that destruction comes through the lack of knowledge, implying available knowledge should prevent alienation.
Hosea 4:6: My people are destroyed for lack of knowledge: because thou hast rejected knowledge, I will also reject thee, that thou shalt be no priest to me: seeing thou hast forgotten the law of thy God, I will also forget thy children. [destroyed: Heb. cut off]
Paradox #1
This verse talks about people being separated from a good path because they don't understand. A potential contradiction might be that it seems to blame people for a lack of understanding or knowledge, even though it's unclear if they choose to be that way or if it's beyond their control. This could raise questions about fairness in judging people for what they don't know.