Contradiction with Job 7:21
Suggests that after death, individuals do not rise again, contradicting the promise of resurrection in John 11:25.
Job 7:21: And why dost thou not pardon my transgression, and take away mine iniquity? for now shall I sleep in the dust; and thou shalt seek me in the morning, but I [shall] not [be].
Contradiction with Ecclesiastes 9:5
States that the dead know nothing, which contradicts the idea of ongoing life in John 11:25.
Ecclesiastes 9:5: For the living know that they shall die: but the dead know not any thing, neither have they any more a reward; for the memory of them is forgotten.
Contradiction with Psalm 6:5
Implies there is no remembrance of God in death, which contradicts the continuing life offered in John 11:25.
Psalm 6:5: For in death [there is] no remembrance of thee: in the grave who shall give thee thanks?
Contradiction with Isaiah 38:18
Indicates that Sheol does not praise God, opposing the idea of eternal life and resurrection present in John 11:25.
Isaiah 38:18: For the grave cannot praise thee, death can [not] celebrate thee: they that go down into the pit cannot hope for thy truth.
Contradiction with Psalm 115:17
Asserts that the dead do not praise the Lord, which contrasts the promise of life after death in John 11:25.
Psalm 115:17: The dead praise not the LORD, neither any that go down into silence.
Paradox #1
The potential contradiction or conflict in the message of eternal life could arise when considering fairness and justice. Some might wonder why eternal life or resurrection is offered to believers but not to others, which may seem exclusive or unfair to those who do not share the same beliefs. This could lead to questions about the inclusivity and justice of divine promises.