Contradictions and Paradoxes in John 18:34

Check out Contradictions Catalog of John 18:34 for the comprehensive list of verses that contradicts John 18:34. Some key contradictions and paradoxes are described below.

According to John, Jesus asked if the person was asking because they wanted to know themselves or if someone else told them to ask. It's like when a friend asks you if you like something because they really want to know, or if they are just asking because someone else said to ask.

John 18:34: Jesus answered him, Sayest thou this thing of thyself, or did others tell it thee of me?

Contradiction with Proverbs 15:1

This verse speaks about a soft answer turning away wrath, contrasting with Jesus's assertively questioning response in John 18:34.

Proverbs 15:1: A soft answer turneth away wrath: but grievous words stir up anger.

Contradiction with Matthew 5:37

Jesus advocates for direct yes or no answers, which contradicts His indirect question in John 18:34.

Matthew 5:37: But let your communication be, Yea, yea; Nay, nay: for whatsoever is more than these cometh of evil.

Contradiction with James 1:19

Advises being slow to speak, whereas Jesus responds promptly in John 18:34.

James 1:19: Wherefore, my beloved brethren, let every man be swift to hear, slow to speak, slow to wrath:

Contradiction with Matthew 7:7

Encourages seeking clear answers, contrasting with Jesus’s question that requires more inquiry.

Matthew 7:7: Ask, and it shall be given you; seek, and ye shall find; knock, and it shall be opened unto you:

Contradiction with Proverbs 26:4-5

Discusses responding and not responding to fools wisely; John 18:34’s nuanced response contrasts by engaging contemplation rather than providing a direct answer.

Proverbs 26:4-5: Answer not a fool according to his folly, lest thou also be like unto him.

Contradiction with 1 Peter 3:15

Instructs believers to be ready to give an answer, contrasting with Jesus's question which seems to deflect instead of directly answering.

1 Peter 3:15: But sanctify the Lord God in your hearts: and [be] ready always to [give] an answer to every man that asketh you a reason of the hope that is in you with meekness and fear: [fear: or, reverence]
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