Contradictions and Paradoxes in John 10:21

Check out Contradictions Catalog of John 10:21 for the comprehensive list of verses that contradicts John 10:21. Some key contradictions and paradoxes are described below.

According to John, the people were saying that Jesus couldn't be bad because bad people can't make blind people see. They thought that only someone with God's power could do such a good thing.

John 10:21: Others said, These are not the words of him that hath a devil. Can a devil open the eyes of the blind?

Contradiction with Matthew 13:14

This verse speaks of people not understanding or perceiving, in contrast to John 10:21, where people are divided in their understanding of Jesus' words and miracles.

Matthew 13:14: And in them is fulfilled the prophecy of Esaias, which saith, By hearing ye shall hear, and shall not understand; and seeing ye shall see, and shall not perceive:

Contradiction with 1 Corinthians 1:18

Refers to the message of the cross as foolishness to those who are perishing, contrasting with the divided perception in John 10:21 about whether Jesus’ words are wise or from a demon.

1 Corinthians 1:18: For the preaching of the cross is to them that perish foolishness; but unto us which are saved it is the power of God.

Contradiction with John 7:12

Voices opinions labeling Jesus as a good man or as deceiving; this contrasts with John 10:21, where there is discussion specifically about a demon influence.

John 7:12: And there was much murmuring among the people concerning him: for some said, He is a good man: others said, Nay; but he deceiveth the people.

Contradiction with Luke 11:14-15

Some accuse Jesus of casting out demons by Beelzebub, the prince of demons, opposing the reaction in John 10:21 where some believe he cannot be demon-possessed.

Luke 11:14-15: And he was casting out a devil, and it was dumb. And it came to pass, when the devil was gone out, the dumb spake; and the people wondered.

Contradiction with John 8:48-49

The accusation of Jesus having a demon is directly addressed and denied by Jesus, offering a counterpoint to John 10:21 where people are debating this.

John 8:48-49: Then answered the Jews, and said unto him, Say we not well that thou art a Samaritan, and hast a devil?
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