Contradictions and Paradoxes in John 10:22

Check out Contradictions Catalog of John 10:22 for the comprehensive list of verses that contradicts John 10:22. Some key contradictions and paradoxes are described below.

According to John, this verse tells us that Jesus was in Jerusalem during a special winter celebration called the Feast of Dedication. It helps us know when and where Jesus was during this event.

John 10:22: And it was at Jerusalem the feast of the dedication, and it was winter.

Contradiction with Matthew 5:17

John 10:22 mentions Jesus attending the Feast of Dedication, implying adherence to Jewish law, while Matthew 5:17 emphasizes fulfilling the law rather than attending Jewish festivals.

Matthew 5:17: Think not that I am come to destroy the law, or the prophets: I am not come to destroy, but to fulfil.

Contradiction with Galatians 3:28

John 10:22 reflects Jewish traditions, whereas Galatians 3:28 suggests a transcendence beyond Jewish identity in Christ.

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 Colossians 2:16-17

John 10:22 shows Jesus participating in a Jewish festival, while Colossians 2:16-17 indicates that such observances are not necessary for Christians.

Colossians 2:16-17: Let no man therefore judge you in meat, or in drink, or in respect of an holyday, or of the new moon, or of the sabbath [days]: [in meat...: or, for eating and drinking] [respect: or, part]

Contradiction with Romans 14:5

John 10:22 highlights a specific day of observance, whereas Romans 14:5 suggests individual freedom regarding the observance of special days.

Romans 14:5: One man esteemeth one day above another: another esteemeth every day [alike]. Let every man be fully persuaded in his own mind. [fully persuaded: or, fully assured]

Contradiction with Mark 7:6-9

John 10:22 indicates Jesus' involvement in traditional practices, while Mark 7:6-9 criticizes the adherence to human traditions over God's commandments.

Mark 7:6-9: He answered and said unto them, Well hath Esaias prophesied of you hypocrites, as it is written, This people honoureth me with [their] lips, but their heart is far from me.
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