Contradiction with Deuteronomy 4:2
This verse instructs not to add to or take away from God's commandments, similar to Revelation 22:18, but emphasizes maintaining the commandments rather than prophecy.
Deuteronomy 4:2: Ye shall not add unto the word which I command you, neither shall ye diminish [ought] from it, that ye may keep the commandments of the LORD your God which I command you.
Contradiction with Proverbs 30:6
This warns against adding to God's words, which would seem to support rather than contradict Revelation 22:18, although it addresses all of God's words, not just the prophecy of Revelation.
Proverbs 30:6: Add thou not unto his words, lest he reprove thee, and thou be found a liar.
Contradiction with Revelation 22:19
Whereas Revelation 22:18 warns against adding to the prophecy, this verse warns against taking away, addressing a different but related concern.
Revelation 22:19: And if any man shall take away from the words of the book of this prophecy, God shall take away his part out of the book of life, and out of the holy city, and [from] the things which are written in this book. [out of the book...: or, from the tree of life]
Contradiction with Galatians 1:8
This suggests even a different gospel should not be accepted, which could be seen as contradictory if viewed as altering the message versus adding to the prophecy as per Revelation 22:18.
Galatians 1:8: But though we, or an angel from heaven, preach any other gospel unto you than that which we have preached unto you, let him be accursed.
Contradiction with Matthew 5:18
This verse emphasizes the permanence of the law, which may seem to limit amendments but doesn't directly address prophetic additions, presenting a different scope than Revelation 22:18.
Matthew 5:18: For verily I say unto you, Till heaven and earth pass, one jot or one tittle shall in no wise pass from the law, till all be fulfilled.
Paradox #1
Revelation 22:18 warns against adding to the words of the book. The potential contradiction arises because the Bible as a whole is a collection of different books written over centuries. Some may question how this warning applies to the Bible when the canon wasn't fully established at the writing of Revelation. It raises a question about the authority and completeness of scripture.
Paradox #2
This verse warns against adding to the words of the Bible. The potential contradiction or conflict could arise from different interpretations of what it means to add to the text. Some may argue that any additional teachings or revelations, like those from later religious texts or traditions, contradict this warning. Others might see this as applying only to the Book of Revelation itself, not the entire Bible. This difference in interpretation can cause inconsistency in how the warning is applied.
Paradox #3
The potential contradiction or inconsistency related to Revelation 22:18 might be the idea that altering words in a text could lead to supernatural consequences. Science relies on evidence, observable phenomena, and logical reasoning, and does not typically support beliefs that changes in a document could directly result in divine or supernatural repercussions. This type of claim falls more into the realm of religious belief rather than scientific scrutiny.