Contradiction with Matthew 12:25
This verse states that a kingdom divided against itself will not stand, contrasting with Revelation 17:13 where unified minds give their power to the beast.
Matthew 12:25: And Jesus knew their thoughts, and said unto them, Every kingdom divided against itself is brought to desolation; and every city or house divided against itself shall not stand:
Contradiction with Luke 11:17
Similar to Matthew 12:25, it emphasizes that division leads to ruin, contradicting the unified purpose in Revelation 17:13.
Luke 11:17: But he, knowing their thoughts, said unto them, Every kingdom divided against itself is brought to desolation; and a house [divided] against a house falleth.
Contradiction with 1 Corinthians 1:10
This verse urges believers to have no divisions among them and to be united in thought, which contradicts the evil unity described in Revelation 17:13.
1 Corinthians 1:10: Now I beseech you, brethren, by the name of our Lord Jesus Christ, that ye all speak the same thing, and [that] there be no divisions among you; but [that] ye be perfectly joined together in the same mind and in the same judgment. [divisions: Gr. schisms]
Contradiction with Mark 3:24
It reiterates that a divided kingdom cannot stand, opposing the alliance formed in Revelation 17:13.
Mark 3:24: And if a kingdom be divided against itself, that kingdom cannot stand.
Paradox #1
The potential contradiction or conflict could be the idea of unity being used for a harmful purpose. While unity is often seen as positive, in this context, it might lead to negative actions or support a negative cause. This suggests that not all forms of unity are morally good, depending on the intention behind them.