Contradictions and Paradoxes in Hebrews 3:11

Check out Contradictions Catalog of Hebrews 3:11 for the comprehensive list of verses that contradicts Hebrews 3:11. Some key contradictions and paradoxes are described below.

According to the author of Hebrews, God was very upset with some people because they didn't listen to Him, so He decided they wouldn't get to enjoy His special place of rest and happiness. This teaches us the importance of listening to God and trusting Him.

Hebrews 3:11: So I sware in my wrath, They shall not enter into my rest.) [They...: Gr. If they shall enter]

Contradiction with Genesis 2:2

This verse describes God entering rest on the seventh day after creation, contradicting the notion of not entering rest.

Genesis 2:2: And on the seventh day God ended his work which he had made; and he rested on the seventh day from all his work which he had made.

Contradiction with Matthew 11:28

Jesus offers rest to those who labor and are heavy laden, contrasting the refusal of rest in Hebrews 3:11.

Matthew 11:28: Come unto me, all [ye] that labour and are heavy laden, and I will give you rest.

Contradiction with Revelation 14:13

The verse promises rest for the dead who die in the Lord, opposing the denial of rest in Hebrews 3:11.

Revelation 14:13: And I heard a voice from heaven saying unto me, Write, Blessed [are] the dead which die in the Lord from henceforth: Yea, saith the Spirit, that they may rest from their labours; and their works do follow them. [from henceforth...: or, from henceforth saith the Spirit, Yea]

Paradox #1

Hebrews 3:11 warns about not entering God's rest due to disobedience. A contradiction might arise if someone questions why a loving God doesn't give rest to everyone, even those who disobey. This can seem inconsistent with the idea of unconditional love and forgiveness.

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