Contradictions and Paradoxes in John 21:20

Check out Contradictions Catalog of John 21:20 for the comprehensive list of verses that contradicts John 21:20. Some key contradictions and paradoxes are described below.

According to the Apostle John, Peter saw the disciple whom Jesus loved walking behind them. This was the same disciple who had leaned on Jesus during dinner and asked who would betray Jesus.

John 21:20: Then Peter, turning about, seeth the disciple whom Jesus loved following; which also leaned on his breast at supper, and said, Lord, which is he that betrayeth thee?

Contradiction with Matthew 26:56

This verse describes the disciples forsaking Jesus and fleeing, which contradicts John 21:20 where a disciple is seen following Jesus.

Matthew 26:56: And they that had laid hold on Jesus led [him] away to Caiaphas the high priest, where the scribes and the elders were assembled.

Contradiction with Mark 14:50

This verse states that all disciples forsook Jesus and fled, contradicting John 21:20's depiction of a disciple following Jesus.

Mark 14:50: And they all forsook him, and fled.

Contradiction with Matthew 26:35

Here, Peter insists he will never abandon Jesus, contrasting with John 21:20's portrayal of Peter being concerned with someone else following Jesus.

Matthew 26:35: Peter said unto him, Though I should die with thee, yet will I not deny thee. Likewise also said all the disciples.

Contradiction with Luke 22:33-34

Peter declares his readiness to follow Jesus to prison and death, which contrasts with his later actions and concerns as depicted in John 21:20.

Luke 22:33-34: And he said unto him, Lord, I am ready to go with thee, both into prison, and to death.
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