Contradiction with Luke 24:39
The resurrected Jesus emphasizes His physicality, which contrasts with interpretations that John 19:34 supports a purely spiritual resurrection.
Luke 24:39: Behold my hands and my feet, that it is I myself: handle me, and see; for a spirit hath not flesh and bones, as ye see me have.
Contradiction with Matthew 27:49
Some manuscript variations here imply Jesus was already dead when pierced, in contrast to interpretations of John 19:34 suggesting otherwise.
Matthew 27:49: The rest said, Let be, let us see whether Elias will come to save him.
Contradiction with 1 Corinthians 15:50
The verse speaks about flesh and blood not inheriting the kingdom of God, which can contrast with focusing on the physical wound mentioned in John 19:34.
1 Corinthians 15:50: Now this I say, brethren, that flesh and blood cannot inherit the kingdom of God; neither doth corruption inherit incorruption.
Paradox #1
The contradiction in John 19:34 could be related to the description of blood and water flowing out after a spear wound. Medically, for blood and a clear fluid to flow separately upon such a wound might not align with typical human anatomy and injury responses. Normally, a spear wound would primarily result in bleeding, and while there could be clear fluid from around the heart or lungs, the description may not fit common medical expectations.