Contradictions and Paradoxes in John 5:13

Check out Contradictions Catalog of John 5:13 for the comprehensive list of verses that contradicts John 5:13. Some key contradictions and paradoxes are described below.

According to John, the man who was made better didn't know who helped him because Jesus had quietly left since there were many people around. It’s like when someone does something kind for you and leaves before you can say thank you.

John 5:13: And he that was healed wist not who it was: for Jesus had conveyed himself away, a multitude being in [that] place. [a multitude...: or, from the multitude that was]

Contradiction with Proverbs 3:5

Proverbs 3:5 emphasizes trusting in the Lord with all one's heart and not leaning on one's own understanding, which contrasts with the absence of knowledge and understanding of personal salvation in John 5:13.

Proverbs 3:5: Trust in the LORD with all thine heart; and lean not unto thine own understanding.

Contradiction with Isaiah 41:10

This verse assures God's presence and support, which contradicts the uncertainty and lack of recognition of who Jesus is in John 5:13.

Isaiah 41:10: Fear thou not; for I [am] with thee: be not dismayed; for I [am] thy God: I will strengthen thee; yea, I will help thee; yea, I will uphold thee with the right hand of my righteousness.

Contradiction with Romans 8:28

Romans 8:28 underscores that all things work together for good for those who love God, whereas John 5:13 depicts a lack of clarity about divine involvement.

Romans 8:28: And we know that all things work together for good to them that love God, to them who are the called according to [his] purpose.

Contradiction with Psalm 46:1

This verse speaks of God as a very present help in trouble, conflicting with the lack of recognition of divine assistance in John 5:13.

Psalm 46:1: [To the chief Musician for the sons of Korah, A Song upon Alamoth.] God [is] our refuge and strength, a very present help in trouble. [for: or, of]

Contradiction with Hebrews 13:5

While Hebrews 13:5 promises God's unfailing presence and support, John 5:13 implies a sense of not knowing or recognizing divine action or presence.

Hebrews 13:5: [Let your] conversation [be] without covetousness; [and be] content with such things as ye have: for he hath said, I will never leave thee, nor forsake thee.
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