Contradiction with Isaiah 43:11
Jonah 2:9 speaks of salvation coming from the Lord, while Isaiah 43:11 asserts that there is no savior besides God, suggesting exclusivity that might imply contradiction in agency.
Isaiah 43:11: I, [even] I, [am] the LORD; and beside me [there is] no saviour.
Contradiction with Matthew 19:26
Jonah 2:9 emphasizes the provision of salvation by God, whereas Matthew 19:26 highlights the omnipotence of God, contrasting divine roles in salvation.
Matthew 19:26: But Jesus beheld [them], and said unto them, With men this is impossible; but with God all things are possible.
Contradiction with Ephesians 2:8-9
Jonah 2:9 attributes salvation directly to the Lord, while Ephesians 2:8-9 emphasizes that salvation is through faith and not actions, potentially differing in the method of salvation.
Ephesians 2:8-9: For by grace are ye saved through faith; and that not of yourselves: [it is] the gift of God:
Paradox #1
The contradiction or conflict in Jonah 2:9 could be seen in the tension between receiving mercy and the need for personal effort. Jonah talks about offering sacrifices and giving thanks, suggesting human effort and commitment in spiritual matters. This might seem contradictory to the idea of receiving free and unearned salvation or mercy from God, which is also a theme in the Bible. It's the balance between divine grace and human responsibility that might seem inconsistent.