Contradiction with 1 Kings 19:12
This verse depicts God in a "still small voice," emphasizing calmness, contrasting the terrifying description in Hebrews 12:21.
1 Kings 19:12: And after the earthquake a fire; [but] the LORD [was] not in the fire: and after the fire a still small voice.
Contradiction with Matthew 11:29
Jesus invites followers to find rest in Him, highlighting gentleness and lowliness, which contradicts the fearfulness described in Hebrews 12:21.
Matthew 11:29: Take my yoke upon you, and learn of me; for I am meek and lowly in heart: and ye shall find rest unto your souls.
Contradiction with 1 John 4:18
This verse states that "perfect love casteth out fear," which stands in opposition to the fear and trembling described in Hebrews 12:21.
1 John 4:18: There is no fear in love; but perfect love casteth out fear: because fear hath torment. He that feareth is not made perfect in love.
Paradox #1
The contradiction or inconsistency in Hebrews 12:21 might relate to the event it references, which is when Moses and the Israelites encountered God on Mount Sinai. The Bible describes this event in different books, like Exodus and Deuteronomy, and sometimes details and emotions are depicted differently. Hebrews 12:21 mentions Moses being "terrified" by the encounter, which might not be explicitly stated in the earlier accounts, leading to perceived inconsistency in how Moses' emotions and experiences are described.