Contradictions and Paradoxes in John 13:29

Check out Contradictions Catalog of John 13:29 for the comprehensive list of verses that contradicts John 13:29. Some key contradictions and paradoxes are described below.

According to John, some people thought that Jesus was telling Judas to buy things they needed for a big dinner or to give money to people who didn't have any. They thought this because Judas was in charge of the money bag.

John 13:29: For some [of them] thought, because Judas had the bag, that Jesus had said unto him, Buy [those things] that we have need of against the feast; or, that he should give something to the poor.

Contradiction with Matthew 6:3

This verse advises giving alms in secret, which contradicts the assumption in John 13:29 that Jesus instructed Judas openly about giving something to the poor.

Matthew 6:3: But when thou doest alms, let not thy left hand know what thy right hand doeth:

Contradiction with Proverbs 28:27

This verse states that those who give to the poor will not lack, while the assumption in John 13:29 implies a specific instruction to give to the poor, contrasting with the idea of lacking guidance.

Proverbs 28:27: He that giveth unto the poor shall not lack: but he that hideth his eyes shall have many a curse.

Contradiction with Mark 14:7

The verse declares the poor will always be present, which contrasts the unique and specific moment in John 13:29 thought to be given in the context of Judas' actions.

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.
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