Contradictions and Paradoxes in John 18:2

Check out Contradictions Catalog of John 18:2 for the comprehensive list of verses that contradicts John 18:2. Some key contradictions and paradoxes are described below.

According to John, Judas knew where Jesus liked to go with his friends because they went there many times. This is why Judas was able to find Jesus and betray him.

John 18:2: And Judas also, which betrayed him, knew the place: for Jesus ofttimes resorted thither with his disciples.

Contradiction with Genesis 3:8

This verse speaks of God walking in the garden, contrasting with the clandestine nature of Judas' betrayal at night in John 18:2.

Genesis 3:8: And they heard the voice of the LORD God walking in the garden in the cool of the day: and Adam and his wife hid themselves from the presence of the LORD God amongst the trees of the garden. [cool: Heb. wind]

Contradiction with Proverbs 11:13

A talebearer reveals secrets, in contrast to Judas who knew the place and kept it concealed from the disciples until the time of betrayal.

Proverbs 11:13: A talebearer revealeth secrets: but he that is of a faithful spirit concealeth the matter. [A talebearer: Heb. He that walketh, being a talebearer]

Contradiction with Matthew 10:27

Encourages speaking openly, contradicting the secretive act of Judas leading Jesus’ captors to Him in John 18:2.

Matthew 10:27: What I tell you in darkness, [that] speak ye in light: and what ye hear in the ear, [that] preach ye upon the housetops.

Contradiction with Luke 12:2

States nothing is secret that shall not be made known, which contradicts Judas’ underhanded actions in John 18:2.

Luke 12:2: For there is nothing covered, that shall not be revealed; neither hid, that shall not be known.

Contradiction with Acts 1:18

Describes Judas’ demise which seemingly contradicts his successful guidance of the captors in John 18:2.

Acts 1:18: Now this man purchased a field with the reward of iniquity; and falling headlong, he burst asunder in the midst, and all his bowels gushed out.

Contradiction with 1 Corinthians 4:5

Talks about bringing hidden things to light, as opposed to Judas’ night-time betrayal.

1 Corinthians 4:5: Therefore judge nothing before the time, until the Lord come, who both will bring to light the hidden things of darkness, and will make manifest the counsels of the hearts: and then shall every man have praise of God.
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