Contradiction with Proverbs 2:6
For the LORD giveth wisdom: out of his mouth cometh knowledge and understanding.
Proverbs 2:6: For the LORD giveth wisdom: out of his mouth [cometh] knowledge and understanding.
Contradiction with James 1:5
If any of you lack wisdom, let him ask of God, that giveth to all men liberally, and upbraideth not; and it shall be given him.
James 1:5: If any of you lack wisdom, let him ask of God, that giveth to all [men] liberally, and upbraideth not; and it shall be given him.
Contradiction with 1 Corinthians 2:12
Now we have received, not the spirit of the world, but the spirit which is of God; that we might know the things that are freely given to us of God.
1 Corinthians 2:12: Now we have received, not the spirit of the world, but the spirit which is of God; that we might know the things that are freely given to us of God.
Contradiction with 1 John 2:20
But ye have an unction from the Holy One, and ye know all things.
1 John 2:20: But ye have an unction from the Holy One, and ye know all things.
Contradiction with 1 John 5:20
And we know that the Son of God is come, and hath given us an understanding, that we may know him that is true, and we are in him that is true, even in his Son Jesus Christ. This is the true God, and eternal life.
1 John 5:20: And we know that the Son of God is come, and hath given us an understanding, that we may know him that is true, and we are in him that is true, [even] in his Son Jesus Christ. This is the true God, and eternal life.
Paradox #1
One potential contradiction or inconsistency could be the claim that people did not honor or thank God despite knowing Him. Historically, many cultures have honored various deities or gods, so the idea that people universally rejected knowledge of a singular God might not align with historical evidence of diverse religious practices.
Paradox #2
Romans 1:21 discusses the idea that people knew God but failed to honor Him or give thanks. This can conflict with scientific views in the sense that science relies on evidence and observation to understand the world, while belief in God often requires faith without empirical proof. Hence, the contradiction lies in the reliance on faith versus evidence-based understanding. This difference in approach to knowledge and understanding can lead to conflict between scientific explanations and religious beliefs.