Contradictions and Paradoxes in John 11:6

Check out Contradictions Catalog of John 11:6 for the comprehensive list of verses that contradicts John 11:6. Some key contradictions and paradoxes are described below.

According to John, Jesus stayed where he was for two more days even though he knew his friend was sick because he had a special plan. Jesus wanted to show everyone how powerful God is by helping in an amazing way at the right time.

John 11:6: When he had heard therefore that he was sick, he abode two days still in the same place where he was.

Contradiction with Proverbs 3:5

This verse emphasizes trust in the Lord without relying on one's understanding, while John 11:6 depicts Jesus intentionally delaying action.

Proverbs 3:5: Trust in the LORD with all thine heart; and lean not unto thine own understanding.

Contradiction with Psalm 46:1

This verse states God is a present help in trouble, but John 11:6 describes Jesus delaying His aid.

Psalm 46:1: [To the chief Musician for the sons of Korah, A Song upon Alamoth.] God [is] our refuge and strength, a very present help in trouble. [for: or, of]

Contradiction with Isaiah 55:8-9

This verse highlights that God's ways and thoughts are higher, yet John 11:6 shows a delay which might seem contrary to immediate compassion.

Isaiah 55:8-9: For my thoughts [are] not your thoughts, neither [are] your ways my ways, saith the LORD.

Contradiction with Ecclesiastes 3:1

This verse speaks of a time for everything, but John 11:6 suggests a purposeful delay that may look out of the expected timeline.

Ecclesiastes 3:1: To every [thing there is] a season, and a time to every purpose under the heaven:

Contradiction with Habakkuk 2:3

This verse assures that the vision will not tarry, contradicting John 11:6 where Jesus deliberately waits before going to Lazarus.

Habakkuk 2:3: For the vision [is] yet for an appointed time, but at the end it shall speak, and not lie: though it tarry, wait for it; because it will surely come, it will not tarry.

Contradiction with James 4:8

This verse encourages drawing near to God, while John 11:6 shows Jesus choosing to stay away initially.

James 4:8: Draw nigh to God, and he will draw nigh to you. Cleanse [your] hands, [ye] sinners; and purify [your] hearts, [ye] double minded.

Contradiction with Matthew 8:7

Jesus offers to come and heal immediately here, contrasting His delay in John 11:6.

Matthew 8:7: And Jesus saith unto him, I will come and heal him.
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