Contradictions and Paradoxes in John 13:6

Check out Contradictions Catalog of John 13:6 for the comprehensive list of verses that contradicts John 13:6. Some key contradictions and paradoxes are described below.

According to the author of the book, John, Peter was surprised and confused when Jesus wanted to wash his feet because he thought Jesus was too important to do such a job. Peter didn't understand why someone as special as Jesus would want to do something that servants usually do.

John 13:6: Then cometh he to Simon Peter: and Peter saith unto him, Lord, dost thou wash my feet? [Peter saith: Gr. he saith]

Contradiction with Matthew 3:14

John the Baptist hesitates to baptize Jesus, similar to Peter's hesitation in John 13:6, but here the roles are reversed as Jesus is positioned as superior instead of humble servitude.

Matthew 3:14: But John forbad him, saying, I have need to be baptized of thee, and comest thou to me?

Contradiction with Matthew 20:28

This verse depicts Jesus as a servant, aligning with His actions in John 13:6, where Peter objects due to seeing Jesus in a different role.

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 Luke 22:26

This verse emphasizes servitude among leaders, contrasting with Peter's objection to Jesus washing his feet in John 13:6 as it promotes hierarchical humility.

Luke 22:26: But ye [shall] not [be] so: but he that is greatest among you, let him be as the younger; and he that is chief, as he that doth serve.

Contradiction with Philippians 2:7

Highlights Jesus taking on a servant form, which contradicts Peter's reluctance to see Jesus in the servant role in John 13:6.

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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