Contradiction with Leviticus 17:10-14
These verses command against eating blood, which contradicts the literal interpretation of eating Jesus' flesh and drinking his blood as discussed in John 6:52.
Leviticus 17:10-14: And whatsoever man [there be] of the house of Israel, or of the strangers that sojourn among you, that eateth any manner of blood; I will even set my face against that soul that eateth blood, and will cut him off from among his people.
Contradiction with Acts 15:28-29
The early church council advises against consuming blood, contradicting the idea of ingesting Jesus' flesh and blood literally.
Acts 15:28-29: For it seemed good to the Holy Ghost, and to us, to lay upon you no greater burden than these necessary things;
Contradiction with Genesis 9:4
The prohibition on consuming blood set after the flood contradicts a literal take on consuming flesh and blood in John 6:52.
Genesis 9:4: But flesh with the life thereof, [which is] the blood thereof, shall ye not eat.
Contradiction with 1 Corinthians 11:27-29
Emphasizes examination of oneself before partaking in the Lord's Supper, focusing on spiritual rather than literal consumption, which contradicts a literal interpretation of John 6:52.
1 Corinthians 11:27-29: Wherefore whosoever shall eat this bread, and drink [this] cup of the Lord, unworthily, shall be guilty of the body and blood of the Lord.
Contradiction with Romans 14:17
The emphasis on the kingdom of God being spiritual not physical, contrasts the literal interpretation of eating flesh and drinking blood suggested in John 6:52.
Romans 14:17: For the kingdom of God is not meat and drink; but righteousness, and peace, and joy in the Holy Ghost.
Contradiction with Matthew 16:11-12
Jesus uses symbolism to teach, which implies that his teachings in John 6:52 could also be symbolic, contradicting a literal interpretation.
Matthew 16:11-12: How is it that ye do not understand that I spake [it] not to you concerning bread, that ye should beware of the leaven of the Pharisees and of the Sadducees?
Contradiction with Isaiah 1:11-14
Critiques outward rituals without inner understanding, opposing the idea of literal consumption for spiritual benefit as might be inferred from John 6:52.
Isaiah 1:11-14: To what purpose [is] the multitude of your sacrifices unto me? saith the LORD: I am full of the burnt offerings of rams, and the fat of fed beasts; and I delight not in the blood of bullocks, or of lambs, or of he goats. [he goats: Heb. great he goats]
Paradox #1
John 6:52 could lead to theological conflicts because it's part of a passage where Jesus talks about eating his flesh and drinking his blood. Some people interpret this literally, which might conflict with beliefs about not consuming blood or cannibalism. Others see it symbolically, like in Communion. This difference in interpretation can cause disagreement among various Christian groups.
Paradox #2
John 6:52 might be seen as having a contradiction or confusion because it involves the idea of eating the flesh of Jesus, which can be confusing or unsettling. Different Christian groups interpret this differently: some take it literally as part of the belief in the real presence of Jesus in the Eucharist, while others see it as symbolic. This disagreement can lead to differing understandings and practices related to communion and the nature of Jesus' teachings.
Paradox #3
Some people find a contradiction in this verse because it talks about eating flesh and drinking blood, which can seem violent or unsettling. It conflicts with moral or religious views that oppose cannibalism or harming others. This is especially confusing because many religious teachings emphasize love, peace, and not harming others. However, this verse is generally understood to be symbolic rather than literal.