Contradictions and Paradoxes in John 16:33

Check out Contradictions Catalog of John 16:33 for the comprehensive list of verses that contradicts John 16:33. Some key contradictions and paradoxes are described below.

According to John, Jesus is telling his friends that they will face hard times in the world, but they should not worry because he has already beaten all the bad things. He wants them to feel calm and happy because he is stronger than anything they will face.

John 16:33: These things I have spoken unto you, that in me ye might have peace. In the world ye shall have tribulation: but be of good cheer; I have overcome the world.

Contradiction with Matthew 10:34

John 16:33 speaks of peace in tribulation, while Matthew 10:34 mentions Jesus bringing not peace, but a sword.

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 Luke 12:51

John 16:33 promises peace, but Luke 12:51 states Jesus brings division instead of peace.

Luke 12:51: Suppose ye that I am come to give peace on earth? I tell you, Nay; but rather division:

Contradiction with Jeremiah 6:14

John 16:33 assures true peace in Jesus, contrasting with the false peace and healing declared in Jeremiah.

Jeremiah 6:14: They have healed also the hurt [of the daughter] of my people slightly, saying, Peace, peace; when [there is] no peace. [hurt: Heb. bruise, or, breach]

Contradiction with Ezekiel 13:10

John 16:33 speaks of peace from Jesus’ victory, while Ezekiel 13:10 criticizes prophets who declare peace when there is none.

Ezekiel 13:10: Because, even because they have seduced my people, saying, Peace; and [there was] no peace; and one built up a wall, and, lo, others daubed it with untempered [morter]: [a wall: or, a slight wall]

Contradiction with 1 Thessalonians 5:3

John 16:33 offers peace in Jesus, while 1 Thessalonians warns of sudden destruction despite false declarations of peace.

1 Thessalonians 5:3: For when they shall say, Peace and safety; then sudden destruction cometh upon them, as travail upon a woman with child; and they shall not escape.
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