Contradictions and Paradoxes in John 11:56

Check out Contradictions Catalog of John 11:56 for the comprehensive list of verses that contradicts John 11:56. Some key contradictions and paradoxes are described below.

According to the Apostle John, people were wondering if Jesus would come to a big party because some leaders were not happy with Him. They were talking to each other, asking if He would dare to show up.

John 11:56: Then sought they for Jesus, and spake among themselves, as they stood in the temple, What think ye, that he will not come to the feast?

Contradiction with Matthew 24:36

John 11:56 suggests people were actively seeking Jesus, whereas Matthew 24:36 indicates the unknowability of specific divine events, creating a tension between seeking and divine mystery.

Matthew 24:36: But of that day and hour knoweth no [man], no, not the angels of heaven, but my Father only.

Contradiction with Proverbs 25:2

John 11:56 involves seeking to find Jesus and solve the mystery of his whereabouts, while Proverbs 25:2 presents God as keeping matters secret, suggesting some things are meant to remain undiscovered.

Proverbs 25:2: [It is] the glory of God to conceal a thing: but the honour of kings [is] to search out a matter.

Contradiction with Luke 12:29

John 11:56 shows the people's concern about Jesus' whereabouts, contradicting Luke 12:29, which advises against worrying about such things.

Luke 12:29: And seek not ye what ye shall eat, or what ye shall drink, neither be ye of doubtful mind. [neither...: or, live not in careful suspense]

Contradiction with Acts 1:7

John 11:56 reflects human curiosity about Jesus' coming, yet Acts 1:7 declares that certain times and dates are set by God's authority, not for humans to know.

Acts 1:7: And he said unto them, It is not for you to know the times or the seasons, which the Father hath put in his own power.
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