Contradiction with Deuteronomy 28:58-59
These verses suggest that disobedience to God results in curses and plagues, implying that suffering can be a punishment for sin, contrasting with John 9:3's statement that suffering can occur for reasons unrelated to personal sin.
Deuteronomy 28:58-59: If thou wilt not observe to do all the words of this law that are written in this book, that thou mayest fear this glorious and fearful name, THE LORD THY GOD;
Contradiction with Job 4:7-8
These verses, spoken by Eliphaz, imply that suffering is a consequence of sin, which is opposed by the idea in John 9:3 that the man's blindness was not due to sin.
Job 4:7-8: Remember, I pray thee, who [ever] perished, being innocent? or where were the righteous cut off?
Contradiction with Ezekiel 18:20
This verse states that individuals bear responsibility for their own sin, implying a direct link between sin and suffering, which John 9:3 seems to refute by suggesting the man's blindness was not due to anyone's sin.
Ezekiel 18:20: The soul that sinneth, it shall die. The son shall not bear the iniquity of the father, neither shall the father bear the iniquity of the son: the righteousness of the righteous shall be upon him, and the wickedness of the wicked shall be upon him.
Contradiction with Exodus 20:5
This verse mentions God punishing children for the sins of the parents, which is in contrast to John 9:3 where it is stated that the man's blindness was not due to his or his parents' sin.
Exodus 20:5: Thou shalt not bow down thyself to them, nor serve them: for I the LORD thy God [am] a jealous God, visiting the iniquity of the fathers upon the children unto the third and fourth [generation] of them that hate me;
Paradox #1
One potential contradiction with John 9:3 could be the question of why suffering and disability exist. This verse can conflict with the idea of a wholly benevolent and all-powerful God, as it suggests that suffering might serve a divine purpose. Some people might see this as conflicting with the belief in a God who does not want suffering for His creations.
Paradox #2
One potential contradiction or inconsistency is related to the idea of why people suffer or why bad things happen to individuals. In some parts of the Bible, suffering is seen as a result of personal sin or the sins of one's ancestors, while in this verse, it suggests that the suffering is not due to sin but for a purpose related to God's works. This can seem inconsistent with other biblical passages that tie suffering directly to sin.
Paradox #3
John 9:3 could raise a moral question about why people suffer or experience disability. The verse suggests that suffering might not be due to a person's actions but can serve a greater purpose. Some might see a conflict in the idea that suffering is allowed or used for a higher reason, questioning why a benevolent God would permit such suffering in the first place.