Contradictions and Paradoxes in John 13:5

Check out Contradictions Catalog of John 13:5 for the comprehensive list of verses that contradicts John 13:5. Some key contradictions and paradoxes are described below.

According to John, Jesus wanted to show his friends how important it is to help and care for each other. By washing their feet, he was teaching them to be kind and serve others, just like he did.

John 13:5: After that he poureth water into a bason, and began to wash the disciples' feet, and to wipe [them] with the towel wherewith he was girded.

Contradiction with 1 Corinthians 14:40

This verse calls for all things to be done decently and in order, contrasting with the humility and service in John 13:5.

1 Corinthians 14:40: Let all things be done decently and in order.

Contradiction with Matthew 23:11-12

These verses state that the greatest shall be the servant, contradicting the reversal of social norms seen in John 13:5.

Matthew 23:11-12: But he that is greatest among you shall be your servant.

Contradiction with Mark 10:44

This verse promotes servanthood to be the greatest, contrasting with the act of lowering oneself seen in John 13:5.

Mark 10:44: And whosoever of you will be the chiefest, shall be servant of all.

Contradiction with Matthew 20:28

The Son of Man did not come to be served, but to serve, which contrasts with the specific act of foot washing in John 13:5.

Matthew 20:28: Even as the Son of man came not to be ministered unto, but to minister, and to give his life a ransom for many.

Contradiction with Philippians 2:7

Jesus made himself nothing by taking the nature of a servant, creating a contradiction with the specific humility portrayed in John 13:5.

Philippians 2:7: But made himself of no reputation, and took upon him the form of a servant, and was made in the likeness of men:
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