Contradictions and Paradoxes in John 12:7

Check out Contradictions Catalog of John 12:7 for the comprehensive list of verses that contradicts John 12:7. Some key contradictions and paradoxes are described below.

According to the Apostle John, Jesus told everyone to leave the woman alone because she was saving something special for the time he would be buried. This shows that Jesus understood and appreciated that she was preparing for something important and sad that would happen soon.

John 12:7: Then said Jesus, Let her alone: against the day of my burying hath she kept this.

Contradiction with Matthew 26:11

Contradicts because it states that the poor will always be present, contrasting the unique moment Jesus highlights in John 12:7.

Matthew 26:11: For ye have the poor always with you; but me ye have not always.

Contradiction with Mark 14:7

Emphasizes the constant presence of the poor, which contrasts with Jesus' approval of the specific act of anointing in John 12:7.

Mark 14:7: For ye have the poor with you always, and whensoever ye will ye may do them good: but me ye have not always.

Contradiction with Luke 18:22

Contradicts by urging to sell all possessions and give to the poor, conflicting with John 12:7's prioritization of honoring Jesus over charitable acts.

Luke 18:22: Now when Jesus heard these things, he said unto him, Yet lackest thou one thing: sell all that thou hast, and distribute unto the poor, and thou shalt have treasure in heaven: and come, follow me.
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