Contradiction with Psalm 14:3
This verse states, "They are all gone aside, they are all together become filthy: there is none that doeth good, no, not one," which emphasizes universal sinfulness, whereas Genesis 6:5 specifically describes the wickedness during Noah's time.
Psalm 14:3: They are all gone aside, they are [all] together become filthy: [there is] none that doeth good, no, not one. [filthy: Heb. stinking]
Contradiction with Ecclesiastes 7:20
"For there is not a just man upon earth, that doeth good, and sinneth not." This suggests ongoing universal sinfulness, contradicting the idea in Genesis 6:5 of excessive wickedness being specific to that time.
Ecclesiastes 7:20: For [there is] not a just man upon earth, that doeth good, and sinneth not.
Contradiction with Romans 3:23
"For all have sinned, and come short of the glory of God," implies a universality of sin, which can be seen as contradicting the specific pronouncement of pervasive wickedness confined to Genesis 6:5.
Romans 3:23: For all have sinned, and come short of the glory of God;
Contradiction with Romans 3:10
"As it is written, There is none righteous, no, not one," presents the idea that no one is inherently righteous, which can be viewed as a more general statement than the specific condition described in Genesis 6:5.
Romans 3:10: As it is written, There is none righteous, no, not one:
Contradiction with 1 John 1:8
"If we say that we have no sin, we deceive ourselves, and the truth is not in us." This speaks to the inherent sinfulness of all humans, contrasting with the extreme wickedness noted in Genesis 6:5.
1 John 1:8: If we say that we have no sin, we deceive ourselves, and the truth is not in us.
Paradox #1
Genesis 6:5 could be seen as inconsistent with other parts of the Bible that describe humans as "created in the image of God" and inherently good. The verse suggests that human wickedness is prevalent, which might seem to conflict with the idea that people have the capacity for goodness due to their divine origin.
Paradox #2
Genesis 6:5 suggests that human wickedness and thoughts are continually evil, which might seem to contradict the idea that humans are created in God's image and are inherently good or capable of good, as stated in earlier chapters. This tension between inherent sinfulness and inherent goodness could be seen as a conflict in understanding human nature.
Paradox #3
Genesis 6:5 describes a time when the level of human wickedness was very high, leading to God's decision to send the flood. A contradiction or inconsistency could be that archaeological and historical evidence does not clearly show a global event like a flood that would match the biblical description. Different cultures have flood myths, but none conclusively support a worldwide flood during the same period.
Paradox #4
The contradiction in the idea can be that humans are described as inherently evil from a very early point in history, which contradicts the scientific understanding that human morality and behavior are influenced by a combination of genetic, environmental, and social factors. This perspective suggests that behavior is not solely negative or fixed but is complex and can change over time.
Paradox #5
Genesis 6:5 could present a contradiction or conflict in the sense that it depicts a moment where the inherent goodness of creation is questioned due to the pervasive wickedness of humanity. This raises questions about free will, divine oversight, and the nature of humanity's relationship with God, reflecting the tension between divine judgment and mercy.