Contradictions and Paradoxes in John 13:31

Check out Contradictions Catalog of John 13:31 for the comprehensive list of verses that contradicts John 13:31. Some key contradictions and paradoxes are described below.

According to John, when Jesus said this, he meant that by doing what God wanted, everyone would see how special He is, and it would show how amazing God is too. It's like when you do something good, and it makes your parents proud.

John 13:31: Therefore, when he was gone out, Jesus said, Now is the Son of man glorified, and God is glorified in him.

Contradiction with John 8:50

Jesus states "I seek not mine own glory," contrasting with the idea of being glorified.

John 8:50: And I seek not mine own glory: there is one that seeketh and judgeth.

Contradiction with Isaiah 42:8

The Lord states, "I am the Lord: that is my name: and my glory will I not give to another," which seems to challenge the concept of Jesus being glorified.

Isaiah 42:8: I [am] the LORD: that [is] my name: and my glory will I not give to another, neither my praise to graven images.

Contradiction with Mark 10:45

Talks about the Son of Man coming to serve, which might seem to contradict the concept of glorification.

Mark 10:45: For even the Son of man came not to be ministered unto, but to minister, and to give his life a ransom for many.

Contradiction with Matthew 16:24

Encourages taking up one's cross and denying oneself, which could be seen as contrary to glorification.

Matthew 16:24: Then said Jesus unto his disciples, If any [man] will come after me, let him deny himself, and take up his cross, and follow me.
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