Contradiction with Genesis 6:5
This verse describes the wickedness of humanity as great on Earth, opposing the idea of the earth being filled with the knowledge of the glory of the Lord.
Genesis 6:5: And GOD saw that the wickedness of man [was] great in the earth, and [that] every imagination of the thoughts of his heart [was] only evil continually. [every...: or, the whole imagination: the Hebrew word signifieth not only the imagination, but also the purposes and desires] [continually: Heb. every day]
Contradiction with Jeremiah 4:22
Describes people as foolish and lacking understanding, which contradicts the notion of widespread divine knowledge.
Jeremiah 4:22: For my people [is] foolish, they have not known me; they [are] sottish children, and they have none understanding: they [are] wise to do evil, but to do good they have no knowledge.
Contradiction with Matthew 7:13-14
Implies that many choose the path to destruction, contradicting a world filled with knowledge of God's glory.
Matthew 7:13-14: Enter ye in at the strait gate: for wide [is] the gate, and broad [is] the way, that leadeth to destruction, and many there be which go in thereat: [strait: or, narrow]
Contradiction with 2 Timothy 3:1-5
Describes people as lovers of themselves and disobedient, which conflicts with the earth being filled with the knowledge of the Lord.
2 Timothy 3:1-5: This know also, that in the last days perilous times shall come.
Contradiction with 2 Peter 3:3-4
Talks about scoffers in the last days, contradicting the prevalence of the knowledge of God.
2 Peter 3:3-4: Knowing this first, that there shall come in the last days scoffers, walking after their own lusts,
Paradox #1
The verse in question speaks of the earth being filled with the knowledge of the glory of the Lord, much like waters cover the sea. A potential theological conflict could arise when considering the present reality of the world, which is filled with suffering, ignorance, and evil. If God's glory fills the earth, some might question why there is still so much wrong. This could seem inconsistent with a world that doesn't fully reflect divine knowledge or goodness. However, interpretations vary, and some see this as a future promise rather than a current reality.