Contradictions and Paradoxes in Hebrews 3:1

Check out Contradictions Catalog of Hebrews 3:1 for the comprehensive list of verses that contradicts Hebrews 3:1. Some key contradictions and paradoxes are described below.

According to the author of Hebrews, this verse tells Christians to think about Jesus, who brings God's message to us and helps us connect with God, like a helpful friend who shows us the way. It reminds us that we all share a special job of following Jesus together.

Hebrews 3:1: Wherefore, holy brethren, partakers of the heavenly calling, consider the Apostle and High Priest of our profession, Christ Jesus;

Contradiction with Matthew 11:29

Jesus describes himself as meek and lowly in heart, which contrasts with the high calling and heavenly status described in Hebrews 3:1.

Matthew 11:29: Take my yoke upon you, and learn of me; for I am meek and lowly in heart: and ye shall find rest unto your souls.

Contradiction with 1 Corinthians 1:26

This verse speaks of the calling of believers as not many wise, mighty, or noble, which seems to contradict the "heavenly calling" referenced in Hebrews 3:1.

1 Corinthians 1:26: For ye see your calling, brethren, how that not many wise men after the flesh, not many mighty, not many noble, [are called]:

Contradiction with John 14:28

Jesus states that the Father is greater than He, seeming to contrast the depiction of Jesus as the apostle and high priest in Hebrews 3:1.

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 Philippians 2:7

Describes Jesus taking the form of a servant, which seems to contradict with the high and priestly role ascribed to Him in Hebrews 3:1.

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:

Contradiction with Mark 10:45

Describes Jesus as a servant who came to give his life as a ransom, which contrasts with the depiction of being a high priest in Hebrews 3:1.

Mark 10:45: For even the Son of man came not to be ministered unto, but to minister, and to give his life a ransom for many.
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