Contradictions and Paradoxes in Hebrews 2:16

Check out Contradictions Catalog of Hebrews 2:16 for the comprehensive list of verses that contradicts Hebrews 2:16. Some key contradictions and paradoxes are described below.

According to the author of Hebrews, Jesus didn't become like an angel but instead became like a human because He wanted to help people. He chose to be like us so He could understand and save us better.

Hebrews 2:16: For verily he took not on [him the nature of] angels; but he took on [him] the seed of Abraham. [took not...: Gr. taketh not hold of angels, but of the seed of Abraham he taketh hold]

Contradiction with Matthew 1:21

This verse states that Jesus will save His people from their sins, contradicting the idea that He does not help angels.

Matthew 1:21: And she shall bring forth a son, and thou shalt call his name JESUS: for he shall save his people from their sins. [JESUS: that is, Saviour, Heb]

Contradiction with Romans 8:3

This verse says that God sent His own Son in the likeness of sinful flesh to condemn sin, contrasting with the focus on aiding Abraham's seed.

Romans 8:3: For what the law could not do, in that it was weak through the flesh, God sending his own Son in the likeness of sinful flesh, and for sin, condemned sin in the flesh: [for sin: or, by a sacrifice for sin]

Contradiction with John 1:14

This verse highlights the Word becoming flesh, implying a broader scope of helping humanity, not just Abraham's descendants.

John 1:14: And the Word was made flesh, and dwelt among us, (and we beheld his glory, the glory as of the only begotten of the Father,) full of grace and truth.

Contradiction with Galatians 3:28

This verse states there is no distinction between Jew or Greek, contradicting the exclusive help for the seed of Abraham.

Galatians 3:28: There is neither Jew nor Greek, there is neither bond nor free, there is neither male nor female: for ye are all one in Christ Jesus.

Contradiction with Philippians 2:7

This verse refers to Jesus taking the form of a servant made in human likeness, suggesting aid beyond Abraham's seed.

Philippians 2:7: But made himself of no reputation, and took upon him the form of a servant, and was made in the likeness of men:
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