Contradictions and Paradoxes in John 17:26

Check out Contradictions Catalog of John 17:26 for the comprehensive list of verses that contradicts John 17:26. Some key contradictions and paradoxes are described below.

According to John, Jesus is telling God that he has shared God's name with his friends so they can feel the same love that God has for Jesus. Jesus wants God's love to be in them, and he also wants to be with them.

John 17:26: And I have declared unto them thy name, and will declare [it]: that the love wherewith thou hast loved me may be in them, and I in them.

Contradiction with Matthew 10:34

While John 17:26 speaks on the love of God being known and imparted, Matthew 10:34 speaks of bringing division rather than peace, which contrasts with the theme of unity and love.

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 17:26 emphasizes the love of God, but Luke 12:51 suggests that Jesus brought division, contradicting the unifying aspect of God's love.

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

Contradiction with 1 Corinthians 14:33

John 17:26 speaks of God’s love leading to unity, while 1 Corinthians 14:33 states that God is not the author of confusion, implying a potential for lack of unity.

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]
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