Contradictions and Paradoxes in John 12:9

Check out Contradictions Catalog of John 12:9 for the comprehensive list of verses that contradicts John 12:9. Some key contradictions and paradoxes are described below.

According to John, many people found out where Jesus was and came to see Him. They also wanted to see Lazarus because Jesus had made him alive again after he was dead.

John 12:9: Much people of the Jews therefore knew that he was there: and they came not for Jesus' sake only, but that they might see Lazarus also, whom he had raised from the dead.

Contradiction with Matthew 28:6

This verse mentions the resurrection of Jesus, which contrasts with the presence of Jesus living with the people in John 12:9.

Matthew 28:6: He is not here: for he is risen, as he said. Come, see the place where the Lord lay.

Contradiction with Acts 1:9

It describes Jesus' ascension, which contradicts the idea of him being present in Bethany with many people as described in John 12:9.

Acts 1:9: And when he had spoken these things, while they beheld, he was taken up; and a cloud received him out of their sight.

Contradiction with Luke 24:51

This verse states Jesus was carried up into heaven, contrasting with his living presence on earth in John 12:9.

Luke 24:51: And it came to pass, while he blessed them, he was parted from them, and carried up into heaven.

Contradiction with Mark 16:19

Indicates Jesus was received up into heaven, which contradicts his earthly presence among people in John 12:9.

Mark 16:19: So then after the Lord had spoken unto them, he was received up into heaven, and sat on the right hand of God.

Contradiction with John 19:30

Details Jesus' death on the cross, differing from his living state among onlookers in John 12:9.

John 19:30: When Jesus therefore had received the vinegar, he said, It is finished: and he bowed his head, and gave up the ghost.
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