Contradiction with Isaiah 2:12
This verse highlights God's opposition to the proud, similar to James 4:6, and doesn't contradict it.
Isaiah 2:12: For the day of the LORD of hosts [shall be] upon every [one that is] proud and lofty, and upon every [one that is] lifted up; and he shall be brought low:
Contradiction with Luke 1:52
This verse supports the idea of humbling the proud and exalting the humble, aligning rather than contradicting with James 4:6.
Luke 1:52: He hath put down the mighty from [their] seats, and exalted them of low degree.
Paradox #1
The main contradiction or inconsistency with the verse "James 4:6" could be its tension between divine grace and human pride. The verse highlights that God opposes the proud but gives grace to the humble. This theme might seem inconsistent with some accounts in the Bible where individuals with great pride are still given grace or favor by God, raising questions about consistency in divine actions. However, interpretations vary, and context is key.
Paradox #2
The contradiction or conflict in the verse might arise when comparing the idea of humility being rewarded with grace to societal situations where humble or meek individuals are not always rewarded or recognized, while prideful individuals may succeed. It can seem inconsistent with real-world observations where humility doesn't always lead to immediate positive outcomes.