Contradictions and Paradoxes in Romans 5:14

Check out Contradictions Catalog of Romans 5:14 for the comprehensive list of verses that contradicts Romans 5:14. Some key contradictions and paradoxes are described below.

According to Paul, even though people did not break the same rule that Adam did, they still faced death, showing that Adam was a sign of someone important who would come later. This means Adam was like a picture of Jesus, who would bring life and fix things for everyone.

Romans 5:14: Nevertheless death reigned from Adam to Moses, even over them that had not sinned after the similitude of Adam's transgression, who is the figure of him that was to come.

Contradiction with Ezekiel 18:20

This verse suggests individual responsibility for sin, contradicting the idea of death reigning from Adam to Moses due to one man's transgression, as mentioned in Romans 5:14.

Ezekiel 18:20: The soul that sinneth, it shall die. The son shall not bear the iniquity of the father, neither shall the father bear the iniquity of the son: the righteousness of the righteous shall be upon him, and the wickedness of the wicked shall be upon him.

Contradiction with Deuteronomy 24:16

The assertion that fathers and children are not to be put to death for each other's sins contradicts the notion implied in Romans 5:14 of death spreading due to Adam's sin.

Deuteronomy 24:16: The fathers shall not be put to death for the children, neither shall the children be put to death for the fathers: every man shall be put to death for his own sin.

Paradox #1

Romans 5:14 might present a moral inconsistency regarding the concept of sin and responsibility. It suggests that death ruled from Adam to Moses even over those who did not break a specific command like Adam did. This could conflict with the idea of personal accountability, where individuals are only held responsible for their own actions. The contradiction arises in understanding how people could be affected by sin or face its consequences without having committed a similar act themselves.

← Romans 5:13
Share
Romans 5:15 →
Disclaimer: The content provided at PolarBible.com is for educational purposes only. Readers have the full right to agree or disagree with the interpretations and conclusions presented. We take no responsibility for any actions or decisions taken based on the information shared as Polar Verses.