Contradictions and Paradoxes in Hebrews 2:14

Check out Contradictions Catalog of Hebrews 2:14 for the comprehensive list of verses that contradicts Hebrews 2:14. Some key contradictions and paradoxes are described below.

According to the author of Hebrews, Jesus became human just like us, with a body and blood, so when He died, He could defeat the devil, who had the power over death. This way, Jesus helps us not to be scared of dying anymore.

Hebrews 2:14: Forasmuch then as the children are partakers of flesh and blood, he also himself likewise took part of the same; that through death he might destroy him that had the power of death, that is, the devil;

Contradiction with 1 Corinthians 15:26

This verse states that the last enemy to be destroyed is death, whereas Hebrews 2:14 suggests that through Jesus' death, the devil, who has the power of death, is already destroyed.

1 Corinthians 15:26: The last enemy [that] shall be destroyed [is] death.

Contradiction with 1 Corinthians 15:54-55

These verses proclaim the victory over death at a future resurrection, contrasting Hebrews 2:14 which implies death's power was broken at the cross.

1 Corinthians 15:54-55: So when this corruptible shall have put on incorruption, and this mortal shall have put on immortality, then shall be brought to pass the saying that is written, Death is swallowed up in victory.

Contradiction with 2 Timothy 1:10

This verse declares that Jesus abolished death through the gospel, seemingly contradicting Hebrews 2:14, which attributes the destruction of the devil's power to Jesus' death.

2 Timothy 1:10: But is now made manifest by the appearing of our Saviour Jesus Christ, who hath abolished death, and hath brought life and immortality to light through the gospel:

Contradiction with Revelation 20:10

This verse describes the future defeat of the devil, whereas Hebrews 2:14 suggests the defeat occurred at the crucifixion.

Revelation 20:10: And the devil that deceived them was cast into the lake of fire and brimstone, where the beast and the false prophet [are], and shall be tormented day and night for ever and ever.

Contradiction with Romans 5:12

This verse explains that sin brought death into the world, potentially contradicting the notion in Hebrews 2:14 that the devil holds the power of death.

Romans 5:12: Wherefore, as by one man sin entered into the world, and death by sin; and so death passed upon all men, for that all have sinned: [for that: or, in whom]
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