Contradictions and Paradoxes in John 16:4

Check out Contradictions Catalog of John 16:4 for the comprehensive list of verses that contradicts John 16:4. Some key contradictions and paradoxes are described below.

According to John, Jesus is telling his friends that he is sharing important things now so that when certain events happen, they will remember his words. He didn't tell them these things earlier because he was with them and could help them directly.

John 16:4: But these things have I told you, that when the time shall come, ye may remember that I told you of them. And these things I said not unto you at the beginning, because I was with you.

Contradiction with Mark 13:23

Jesus warns his disciples about future events, indicating similar foresight as in John 16:4, not a contradiction.

Mark 13:23: But take ye heed: behold, I have foretold you all things.

Contradiction with John 14:29

This verse, like John 16:4, mentions Jesus predicting events before they occur, showing consistency rather than contradiction.

John 14:29: And now I have told you before it come to pass, that, when it is come to pass, ye might believe.

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