Contradiction with John 14:28
Jesus states that the Father is greater than He, suggesting a distinction in divinity.
John 14:28: Ye have heard how I said unto you, I go away, and come [again] unto you. If ye loved me, ye would rejoice, because I said, I go unto the Father: for my Father is greater than I.
Contradiction with Mark 10:18
Jesus questions being called good, saying only God is good, implying a separation from being God.
Mark 10:18: And Jesus said unto him, Why callest thou me good? [there is] none good but one, [that is], God.
Contradiction with Matthew 24:36
Jesus does not know the day or hour of the end, only the Father does, which suggests a limitation not attributed to God.
Matthew 24:36: But of that day and hour knoweth no [man], no, not the angels of heaven, but my Father only.
Contradiction with 1 Corinthians 11:3
Describes a hierarchy where the head of Christ is God, suggesting a distinction in roles.
1 Corinthians 11:3: But I would have you know, that the head of every man is Christ; and the head of the woman [is] the man; and the head of Christ [is] God.
Contradiction with Philippians 2:6
Indicates that Jesus did not consider equality with God something to be grasped, suggesting a difference in status.
Philippians 2:6: Who, being in the form of God, thought it not robbery to be equal with God:
Contradiction with John 10:29
Jesus states that the Father is greater than all, implying a superiority of the Father.
John 10:29: My Father, which gave [them] me, is greater than all; and no [man] is able to pluck [them] out of my Father's hand.
Contradiction with John 17:3
Jesus refers to the Father as the "only true God," suggesting exclusivity of divinity.
John 17:3: And this is life eternal, that they might know thee the only true God, and Jesus Christ, whom thou hast sent.
Contradiction with Acts 2:36
Refers to God making Jesus both Lord and Christ, implying that Jesus was appointed, not inherently divine.
Acts 2:36: Therefore let all the house of Israel know assuredly, that God hath made that same Jesus, whom ye have crucified, both Lord and Christ.
Contradiction with Colossians 1:15
Describes Jesus as the firstborn of all creation, which can imply a created status rather than eternal deity.
Colossians 1:15: Who is the image of the invisible God, the firstborn of every creature:
Contradiction with 1 Corinthians 15:28
Discusses the Son being subject to God, indicating a subordinate relationship.
1 Corinthians 15:28: And when all things shall be subdued unto him, then shall the Son also himself be subject unto him that put all things under him, that God may be all in all.
Paradox #1
Hebrews 1:8 can be seen as having a contradiction or inconsistency when compared to verses or religious interpretations that emphasize the singularity of God without acknowledging Jesus as divine. Some interpretations of this verse suggest that it supports the Trinity, which can conflict with other religious beliefs that view God as a singular entity with no division or partnership.
Paradox #2
Hebrews 1:8 is often interpreted as emphasizing the divinity of Jesus, referring to him as God. Some see a potential contradiction with other Bible passages that emphasize the oneness of God or the humanity of Jesus, like Deuteronomy 6:4 or passages highlighting Jesus' human experiences. The challenge is in understanding how Jesus can be both fully divine and fully human, and how he fits within the concept of the Trinity.
Paradox #3
Hebrews 1:8 might present a contradiction or inconsistency due to interpretations regarding the divinity and identity of Jesus. Some early Christian groups, such as certain unitarians, questioned the understanding that this verse directly refers to Jesus as God, contrasting with other Jewish and early Christian beliefs about the nature of the Messiah. This reflects historical debates on the nature of Jesus within early Christianity.