Contradictions and Paradoxes in John 12:19

Check out Contradictions Catalog of John 12:19 for the comprehensive list of verses that contradicts John 12:19. Some key contradictions and paradoxes are described below.

According to the author of the book, John, the Pharisees were upset because many people were following Jesus and they felt like they couldn’t stop it. They talked to each other and noticed that it seemed like everyone wanted to see Jesus.

John 12:19: The Pharisees therefore said among themselves, Perceive ye how ye prevail nothing? behold, the world is gone after him.

Contradiction with Matthew 10:23

This verse suggests limitations to being witnessed by others, while John 12:19 describes how the world has gone after Jesus.

Matthew 10:23: But when they persecute you in this city, flee ye into another: for verily I say unto you, Ye shall not have gone over the cities of Israel, till the Son of man be come. [have...: or, end, or, finish]

Contradiction with John 7:5

This verse indicates that not even Jesus' brothers believed in him, which contrasts with the universal following mentioned in John 12:19.

John 7:5: For neither did his brethren believe in him.

Contradiction with Matthew 13:57

This verse highlights a lack of honor in one’s hometown, contradicting the widespread acceptance implied in John 12:19.

Matthew 13:57: And they were offended in him. But Jesus said unto them, A prophet is not without honour, save in his own country, and in his own house.

Contradiction with Mark 6:5-6

This passage talks about Jesus not being able to perform many miracles due to people's unbelief, contrasting with the wide acceptance mentioned in John 12:19.

Mark 6:5-6: And he could there do no mighty work, save that he laid his hands upon a few sick folk, and healed [them].

Contradiction with John 6:66

This verse shows many disciples leaving Jesus, which contradicts the idea that the whole world has gone after him in John 12:19.

John 6:66: From that [time] many of his disciples went back, and walked no more with him.
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