Contradiction with Genesis 8:21
God promises not to curse the ground again or destroy every living thing, contradicting His prior decision to destroy all flesh with the earth in Genesis 6:13.
Genesis 8:21: And the LORD smelled a sweet savour; and the LORD said in his heart, I will not again curse the ground any more for man's sake; for the imagination of man's heart [is] evil from his youth; neither will I again smite any more every thing living, as I have done. [a sweet...: Heb. a savour of rest or, satisfaction] [for the imagination: or, through the imagination]
Contradiction with 2 Peter 3:9
This verse speaks of God being patient, not wanting anyone to perish, which contradicts the decision to destroy all life in Genesis 6:13.
2 Peter 3:9: The Lord is not slack concerning his promise, as some men count slackness; but is longsuffering to us-ward, not willing that any should perish, but that all should come to repentance.
Contradiction with Jeremiah 29:11
God’s plan is for prosperity and hope, which contradicts the destructive intention in Genesis 6:13.
Jeremiah 29:11: For I know the thoughts that I think toward you, saith the LORD, thoughts of peace, and not of evil, to give you an expected end. [expected...: Heb. end and expectation]
Paradox #1
Genesis 6:13 could be seen as presenting a contradiction or inconsistency because it depicts God as deciding to destroy all life due to human wickedness. Some might see this as conflicting with the idea of a benevolent and forgiving God who values all creation. It raises questions about the nature of divine justice and mercy.
Paradox #2
Some people point out a contradiction regarding God's nature. The verse describes God deciding to destroy living creatures due to human violence and corruption, yet elsewhere, God is depicted as loving and forgiving. This raises questions about the consistency of God's character in the Bible.
Paradox #3
Genesis 6:13 could present a contradiction because it involves God deciding to destroy almost all life due to human wickedness. This raises questions about the morality of punishing all creatures, including innocent ones, for the actions of humans. It challenges ideas about collective punishment versus individual responsibility.