Contradiction with Ecclesiastes 9:5
This verse states that the dead know nothing, contradicting the idea of an afterlife reward or punishment mentioned in Romans 6:23.
Ecclesiastes 9:5: For the living know that they shall die: but the dead know not any thing, neither have they any more a reward; for the memory of them is forgotten.
Contradiction with Psalm 103:12
This verse talks about God removing our sins far from us, which can be seen as contradicting the notion that sin inherently leads to death without God's grace as per Romans 6:23.
Psalm 103:12: As far as the east is from the west, [so] far hath he removed our transgressions from us.
Contradiction with Ezekiel 18:20
This verse emphasizes personal responsibility for sin, which may be seen as in tension with the concept of inherited sin or death through Adam suggested in Romans 6:23.
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 Genesis 2:17
This verse suggests that death is an immediate result of sin, contradicting Romans 6:23, which implies a broader, ongoing consequence.
Genesis 2:17: But of the tree of the knowledge of good and evil, thou shalt not eat of it: for in the day that thou eatest thereof thou shalt surely die. [thou shalt surely...: Heb. dying thou shalt die]
Contradiction with John 5:24
This verse posits that belief grants one eternal life, seemingly without the direct consequence of death for sin as stated in Romans 6:23.
John 5:24: Verily, verily, I say unto you, He that heareth my word, and believeth on him that sent me, hath everlasting life, and shall not come into condemnation; but is passed from death unto life.
Paradox #1
The contradiction or conflict in this verse could arise from the concept that the consequence of sin is death, but eternal life is a free gift. This might seem inconsistent because it suggests a harsh penalty for wrongdoing while simultaneously offering life unconditionally, which could appear to undermine the importance of personal responsibility and justice.