Contradictions and Paradoxes in John 21:14

Check out Contradictions Catalog of John 21:14 for the comprehensive list of verses that contradicts John 21:14. Some key contradictions and paradoxes are described below.

According to John, this verse tells us that Jesus came back to see his friends three times after he came back to life. It shows how much Jesus cares about his friends and wants them to know he is alive.

John 21:14: This is now the third time that Jesus shewed himself to his disciples, after that he was risen from the dead.

Contradiction with Luke 24:39

Contradicts the glorified appearance of Jesus, suggesting He has "flesh and bones" rather than a transformed body.

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 John 10:17-18

Contradicts Jesus' resurrection being solely an act of God, asserting He has the power to lay down His life and take it up again.

John 10:17-18: Therefore doth my Father love me, because I lay down my life, that I might take it again.

Contradiction with Acts 10:40-41

Contradicts limited post-resurrection appearances, indicating Jesus was shown openly and to all people rather than selectively.

Acts 10:40-41: Him God raised up the third day, and shewed him openly;

Contradiction with 1 Corinthians 15:5-8

Contradicts the specific appearances to disciples in John, describing broader appearances to different groups and individuals.

1 Corinthians 15:5-8: And that he was seen of Cephas, then of the twelve:
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