Contradiction with Matthew 10:34
John 16:13 speaks of the Spirit guiding into all truth, promoting peace and understanding, whereas Matthew 10:34 speaks of Jesus bringing a sword, indicating conflict and division.
Matthew 10:34: Think not that I am come to send peace on earth: I came not to send peace, but a sword.
Contradiction with 1 Kings 22:22
John 16:13 assures guidance in truth by the Spirit, while 1 Kings 22:22 describes a lying spirit sent to deceive.
1 Kings 22:22: And the LORD said unto him, Wherewith? And he said, I will go forth, and I will be a lying spirit in the mouth of all his prophets. And he said, Thou shalt persuade [him], and prevail also: go forth, and do so.
Contradiction with Genesis 11:7
John 16:13 implies unified understanding through truth, but Genesis 11:7 describes God confounding language to create division.
Genesis 11:7: Go to, let us go down, and there confound their language, that they may not understand one another's speech.
Contradiction with Acts 15:39
John 16:13 indicates guidance towards unity and understanding, while Acts 15:39 shows a sharp disagreement leading to separation between Paul and Barnabas.
Acts 15:39: And the contention was so sharp between them, that they departed asunder one from the other: and so Barnabas took Mark, and sailed unto Cyprus;
Contradiction with Galatians 2:11-14
John 16:13 suggests guidance into truth fostering unity, but Galatians 2:11-14 recounts Paul opposing Peter to his face due to hypocrisy, suggesting a division in understanding.
Galatians 2:11-14: But when Peter was come to Antioch, I withstood him to the face, because he was to be blamed.
Contradiction with 1 Corinthians 14:33
John 16:13 indicates guidance into truth and peace, while 1 Corinthians 14:33 states that God is not the author of confusion, implying potential contradictions in collective understanding.
1 Corinthians 14:33: For God is not [the author] of confusion, but of peace, as in all churches of the saints. [confusion: Gr. tumult, or, unquietness]
Paradox #1
The potential contradiction or inconsistency with John 16:13 could arise from different interpretations of how the "Spirit of truth" guides people into all truth. Some may see a conflict between relying solely on this guidance versus traditional teachings or written scriptures. This can lead to debates on authority and truth in spiritual matters.