Contradiction with Genesis 9:15
Promises that God will never again destroy all life with a flood, contradicting the control over waters to bring plagues in Revelation 11:6.
Genesis 9:15: And I will remember my covenant, which [is] between me and you and every living creature of all flesh; and the waters shall no more become a flood to destroy all flesh.
Contradiction with Isaiah 55:10-11
Emphasizes that rain's purpose is to nourish Earth and bring forth life, while Revelation 11:6 relates it to plagues and judgment.
Isaiah 55:10-11: For as the rain cometh down, and the snow from heaven, and returneth not thither, but watereth the earth, and maketh it bring forth and bud, that it may give seed to the sower, and bread to the eater:
Contradiction with Matthew 5:45
States that God makes it rain on the just and unjust indiscriminately, contrasting with the selective withholding of rain in Revelation 11:6.
Matthew 5:45: That ye may be the children of your Father which is in heaven: for he maketh his sun to rise on the evil and on the good, and sendeth rain on the just and on the unjust.
Contradiction with James 5:7-8
Encourages patience for the rain as a blessing and integral to the harvest, contrary to the cursing of drought in Revelation 11:6.
James 5:7-8: Be patient therefore, brethren, unto the coming of the Lord. Behold, the husbandman waiteth for the precious fruit of the earth, and hath long patience for it, until he receive the early and latter rain. [Be...: or, Be long patient, or, Suffer with long patience]
Paradox #1
The verse mentions miraculous powers given to two witnesses, similar to those of Old Testament prophets. Some readers might see a contradiction with other parts of the Bible, where it's suggested that such miraculous events were rare or specifically tied to certain key figures in history. Additionally, questions could arise about why God would grant these powers again in the future, possibly conflicting with views that miracles are not a focus in modern times. However, this generally depends on one's interpretation and theological perspective.
Paradox #2
The contradiction in Revelation 11:6 is that it describes events that defy natural laws, such as stopping rain and turning water into blood. In reality, controlling weather or altering the chemical composition of water in this manner is not possible with current scientific understanding and technology.
Paradox #3
Revelation 11:6 describes powerful acts that can cause harm to people and the environment. The moral conflict could be the use of such power for destruction, which seems at odds with values of compassion and care for others. This can raise questions about when or if it is ever right to cause harm, even for a greater purpose.