Contradiction with Hebrews 8:12
This verse promises forgiveness and mercy, stating that God will remember our sins no more, contradicting the finality of iniquity not being purged in Isaiah 22:14.
Hebrews 8:12: For I will be merciful to their unrighteousness, and their sins and their iniquities will I remember no more.
Contradiction with Ezekiel 18:21-22
These verses highlight the idea of repentance and turning from sin leading to life and forgiveness, contrasting the certainty of punishment in Isaiah 22:14.
Ezekiel 18:21-22: But if the wicked will turn from all his sins that he hath committed, and keep all my statutes, and do that which is lawful and right, he shall surely live, he shall not die.
Contradiction with 1 John 1:9
It offers assurance of forgiveness if we confess our sins, which contradicts the lack of purging mentioned in Isaiah 22:14.
1 John 1:9: If we confess our sins, he is faithful and just to forgive us [our] sins, and to cleanse us from all unrighteousness.
Contradiction with Isaiah 1:18
This verse emphasizes God's willingness to cleanse sins, offering a contrast to the irrevocable judgment in Isaiah 22:14.
Isaiah 1:18: Come now, and let us reason together, saith the LORD: though your sins be as scarlet, they shall be as white as snow; though they be red like crimson, they shall be as wool.
Contradiction with 2 Chronicles 7:14
It speaks of God’s readiness to forgive and heal the land if His people turn from their wicked ways, opposing the weight of iniquity in Isaiah 22:14.
2 Chronicles 7:14: If my people, which are called by my name, shall humble themselves, and pray, and seek my face, and turn from their wicked ways; then will I hear from heaven, and will forgive their sin, and will heal their land. [which...: Heb. upon whom my name is called]
Paradox #1
The contradiction in this verse could be the emphasis on punishment and lack of forgiveness, which might conflict with the broader biblical themes of mercy and redemption. While some parts of the Bible encourage repentance and offer forgiveness, this verse can be seen as highlighting inevitable judgment without room for atonement, leading to an inconsistency in the message about the possibility of redemption.