Contradictions and Paradoxes in John 21:22

Check out Contradictions Catalog of John 21:22 for the comprehensive list of verses that contradicts John 21:22. Some key contradictions and paradoxes are described below.

According to John, Jesus is telling Peter not to worry about what happens to others and to focus on following Him. Jesus is saying that everyone has their own path, and Peter should trust Him and concentrate on being His friend.

John 21:22: Jesus saith unto him, If I will that he tarry till I come, what [is that] to thee? follow thou me.

Contradiction with Matthew 24:36

This verse states that no one knows the day or hour of the end, not even Jesus or the angels, whereas John 21:22 suggests Jesus knows the future of John's life.

Matthew 24:36: But of that day and hour knoweth no [man], no, not the angels of heaven, but my Father only.

Contradiction with Acts 1:7

Jesus says it is not for the disciples to know the times or seasons which the Father has put in His own power, contradicting the implication in John 21:22 that Jesus has a say in John's future.

Acts 1:7: And he said unto them, It is not for you to know the times or the seasons, which the Father hath put in his own power.
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