Contradiction with 1 John 4:8
This verse states "He that loveth not knoweth not God; for God is love," suggesting a God of love which contrasts with the punitive acts of judgment seen in Revelation 16:2.
1 John 4:8: He that loveth not knoweth not God; for God is love.
Contradiction with James 1:13
This verse mentions "Let no man say when he is tempted, I am tempted of God: for God cannot be tempted with evil, neither tempteth he any man," which differs from Revelation 16:2's theme of divine involvement in punishment.
James 1:13: Let no man say when he is tempted, I am tempted of God: for God cannot be tempted with evil, neither tempteth he any man: [evil: or, evils]
Contradiction with Matthew 5:44-45
These verses instruct to "Love your enemies" and show kindness, which contrasts with the vengeful tone of Revelation 16:2.
Matthew 5:44-45: But I say unto you, Love your enemies, bless them that curse you, do good to them that hate you, and pray for them which despitefully use you, and persecute you;
Contradiction with 2 Peter 3:9
This verse states "The Lord is not slack concerning his promise... not willing that any should perish," implying a reluctance for destruction, contrasting the direct affliction of sores in Revelation 16:2.
2 Peter 3:9: The Lord is not slack concerning his promise, as some men count slackness; but is longsuffering to us-ward, not willing that any should perish, but that all should come to repentance.
Contradiction with John 3:17
"For God sent not his Son into the world to condemn the world; but that the world through him might be saved," highlights a mission of salvation versus the judgment scene in Revelation 16:2.
John 3:17: For God sent not his Son into the world to condemn the world; but that the world through him might be saved.
Contradiction with Ezekiel 18:32
"For I have no pleasure in the death of him that dieth, saith the Lord GOD: wherefore turn yourselves, and live ye" contrasts with the depiction of suffering due to sores in Revelation 16:2.
Ezekiel 18:32: For I have no pleasure in the death of him that dieth, saith the Lord GOD: wherefore turn [yourselves], and live ye. [yourselves: or, others]
Contradiction with 1 Timothy 2:3-4
These verses describe God's desire for "all men to be saved," differing from the scenario of affliction in Revelation 16:2.
1 Timothy 2:3-4: For this [is] good and acceptable in the sight of God our Saviour;
Paradox #1
The scientific conflict with Revelation 16:2 could arise from the description of a widespread and specific physical affliction or event that is attributed to a divine cause. Science generally seeks natural explanations for phenomena, and supernatural explanations do not fit within scientific methodologies or principles. Hence, any occurrence solely explained by divine intervention would be inconsistent with a scientific understanding of cause and effect.
Paradox #2
The contradiction in Revelation 16:2 could be seen as the challenge of understanding why a compassionate and loving God would allow painful sores to afflict people. It raises questions about the nature of divine justice and mercy, as it seems to involve suffering as a form of punishment, which can be hard to reconcile with ideas of a benevolent deity.