Contradiction with Genesis 1:16
It states that God made two great lights to rule the day and night, suggesting stability in the celestial order, which Revelation 8:12 disrupts by darkening these lights.
Genesis 1:16: And God made two great lights; the greater light to rule the day, and the lesser light to rule the night: [he made] the stars also. [to rule the day...: Heb. for the rule of the day, etc.]
Contradiction with Psalm 104:19
This verse indicates the moon's role in marking seasons, implying regularity and order, contrasting with the cosmic disruption in Revelation 8:12.
Psalm 104:19: He appointed the moon for seasons: the sun knoweth his going down.
Contradiction with Jeremiah 33:20-21
It emphasizes the unbreakable covenant of day and night, suggesting permanence and reliability, unlike the disruptions in Revelation 8:12.
Jeremiah 33:20-21: Thus saith the LORD; If ye can break my covenant of the day, and my covenant of the night, and that there should not be day and night in their season;
Contradiction with Isaiah 60:19-20
It speaks of eternal light and no more sun setting in the future, opposing the temporary darkening of celestial bodies in Revelation 8:12.
Isaiah 60:19-20: The sun shall be no more thy light by day; neither for brightness shall the moon give light unto thee: but the LORD shall be unto thee an everlasting light, and thy God thy glory.
Paradox #1
Some people point out that the events described in this verse, which involve cosmic disturbances, do not match with any known historical or astronomical records. Thus, skeptics might argue there's a contradiction because such dramatic changes in the sun, moon, and stars would likely have been recorded elsewhere if they actually occurred. However, believers often interpret these descriptions symbolically rather than literally.
Paradox #2
Revelation 8:12 describes a significant alteration to celestial bodies, such as the sun, moon, and stars, affecting their light and routine. Scientifically, such changes would involve complex astronomical events or anomalies that would have catastrophic consequences for Earth. Current scientific understanding of celestial mechanics and astrophysics does not support the possibility of such dramatic and selective alterations occurring naturally and suddenly without catastrophic impacts. Therefore, this verse contradicts scientific knowledge of how celestial bodies function.
Paradox #3
One potential contradiction in the context of the verse might be the idea of a loving and just deity causing widespread destruction and suffering as part of a divine plan. This could appear inconsistent with the concept of a benevolent God who cares for all creation. While some interpret these events as symbolic or necessary for a greater good, the direct infliction of harm could be seen as conflicting with the moral values of compassion and mercy.