Contradictions and Paradoxes in Hebrews 9:24

Check out Contradictions Catalog of Hebrews 9:24 for the comprehensive list of verses that contradicts Hebrews 9:24. Some key contradictions and paradoxes are described below.

According to the writer of Hebrews, Jesus didn't go into a temple made by people, which is just a copy of the real thing. Instead, He went into heaven itself to be with God for us.

Hebrews 9:24: For Christ is not entered into the holy places made with hands, [which are] the figures of the true; but into heaven itself, now to appear in the presence of God for us:

Contradiction with John 18:36

Contradicts the concept of Christ entering a holy place made with hands by emphasizing His kingdom is not of this world.

John 18:36: Jesus answered, My kingdom is not of this world: if my kingdom were of this world, then would my servants fight, that I should not be delivered to the Jews: but now is my kingdom not from hence.

Contradiction with Acts 7:48

States God does not dwell in temples made with hands, contradicting a literal entry of Christ into an earthly holy place.

Acts 7:48: Howbeit the most High dwelleth not in temples made with hands; as saith the prophet,

Contradiction with Exodus 25:8-9

Instructions to build a sanctuary, suggesting a dwelling place for God made by hands, which contrasts with the notion that Christ's sanctuary is heavenly.

Exodus 25:8-9: And let them make me a sanctuary; that I may dwell among them.

Contradiction with Isaiah 66:1-2

Expresses that heaven is God's throne and earth His footstool, opposing the idea of Christ entering an earthly holy place.

Isaiah 66:1-2: Thus saith the LORD, The heaven [is] my throne, and the earth [is] my footstool: where [is] the house that ye build unto me? and where [is] the place of my rest?

Contradiction with Matthew 24:2

Jesus predicts the destruction of the temple, opposing the view of a permanent holy place on earth where Christ could enter.

Matthew 24:2: And Jesus said unto them, See ye not all these things? verily I say unto you, There shall not be left here one stone upon another, that shall not be thrown down.

Paradox #1

Hebrews 9:24 discusses Jesus entering heaven to appear in the presence of God on our behalf. A possible contradiction could arise for those who believe in the necessity of personal accountability and direct relationship with God, without needing an intermediary. The idea that someone else appears before God for us might seem inconsistent with the belief that individuals are directly responsible for their own relationship with the divine.

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