Contradictions and Paradoxes in John 16:19

Check out Contradictions Catalog of John 16:19 for the comprehensive list of verses that contradicts John 16:19. Some key contradictions and paradoxes are described below.

According to John, Jesus knew his friends were confused and wanted to ask him questions, so he talked to them about how soon they wouldn't see him, but then they would see him again. He was telling them about something important that would happen, even if it was hard to understand.

John 16:19: Now Jesus knew that they were desirous to ask him, and said unto them, Do ye enquire among yourselves of that I said, A little while, and ye shall not see me: and again, a little while, and ye shall see me?

Contradiction with Proverbs 25:2

It contrasts with John 16:19 where Jesus openly reveals the truth to his disciples, whereas Proverbs suggests that God conceals matters.

Proverbs 25:2: [It is] the glory of God to conceal a thing: but the honour of kings [is] to search out a matter.

Contradiction with Isaiah 55:8-9

Highlights the incomprehensibility of God's ways, whereas in John 16:19, Jesus addresses the disciples' confusion to clarify his departure.

Isaiah 55:8-9: For my thoughts [are] not your thoughts, neither [are] your ways my ways, saith the LORD.

Contradiction with Deuteronomy 29:29

Indicates that some things are hidden by God, contradicting John 16:19 where Jesus seeks to explain and make things clear to his disciples.

Deuteronomy 29:29: The secret [things belong] unto the LORD our God: but those [things which are] revealed [belong] unto us and to our children for ever, that [we] may do all the words of this law.

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