Contradictions and Paradoxes in John 17:1

Check out Contradictions Catalog of John 17:1 for the comprehensive list of verses that contradicts John 17:1. Some key contradictions and paradoxes are described below.

According to John, Jesus looked up to heaven and talked to God, calling Him Father. Jesus asked God to make Him shine bright so He can show how wonderful God is too.

John 17:1: These words spake Jesus, and lifted up his eyes to heaven, and said, Father, the hour is come; glorify thy Son, that thy Son also may glorify thee:

Contradiction with John 14:13

John 17:1 shows Jesus praying to the Father, but John 14:13 suggests that whatever is asked in Jesus' name will be done by Jesus himself, indicating a direct divine role.

John 14:13: And whatsoever ye shall ask in my name, that will I do, that the Father may be glorified in the Son.

Contradiction with Matthew 28:18

John 17:1 depicts Jesus looking to the Father for glorification, whereas Matthew 28:18 claims Jesus already has all authority in heaven and earth, potentially negating the need for further glorification.

Matthew 28:18: And Jesus came and spake unto them, saying, All power is given unto me in heaven and in earth.

Contradiction with John 10:30

John 17:1 expresses a distinction in role between Jesus and the Father, while John 10:30 states "I and my Father are one," suggesting an existential unity.

John 10:30: I and [my] Father are one.
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