Contradictions and Paradoxes in John 6:64

Check out Contradictions Catalog of John 6:64 for the comprehensive list of verses that contradicts John 6:64. Some key contradictions and paradoxes are described below.

According to John, Jesus knew that some people did not believe in him and that one person would betray him. Even though people might hide their true feelings, Jesus could see what was really in their hearts.

John 6:64: But there are some of you that believe not. For Jesus knew from the beginning who they were that believed not, and who should betray him.

Contradiction with Jeremiah 17:10

Contradicts John 6:64 which implies Jesus' knowledge of all, as it asserts that it is the Lord who searches the heart and tries the reins, suggesting exclusion of others including Jesus.

Jeremiah 17:10: I the LORD search the heart, [I] try the reins, even to give every man according to his ways, [and] according to the fruit of his doings.

Contradiction with 1 Samuel 16:7

Contradicts John 6:64 by emphasizing that only the Lord looks on the heart and not humans, challenging the claim of Jesus' omniscience implied in John 6:64.

1 Samuel 16:7: But the LORD said unto Samuel, Look not on his countenance, or on the height of his stature; because I have refused him: for [the LORD seeth] not as man seeth; for man looketh on the outward appearance, but the LORD looketh on the heart. [outward...: Heb. eyes]

Contradiction with Mark 13:32

Contradicts John 6:64 as it states that Jesus does not know the day or the hour, thus questioning His complete foreknowledge mentioned in John 6:64.

Mark 13:32: But of that day and [that] hour knoweth no man, no, not the angels which are in heaven, neither the Son, but the Father.

Contradiction with Philippians 2:7

Contradicts John 6:64 by emphasizing Jesus' human limitations, challenging the idea of Him knowing from the beginning who would not believe.

Philippians 2:7: But made himself of no reputation, and took upon him the form of a servant, and was made in the likeness of men:

Contradiction with John 12:47

This verse contradicts John 6:64 as it portrays Jesus not judging, whereas John 6:64 implies knowledge and thereby a form of judgment about belief.

John 12:47: And if any man hear my words, and believe not, I judge him not: for I came not to judge the world, but to save the world.

Paradox #1

John 6:64 could be seen as having a contradiction because it suggests that Jesus knew some of his followers did not truly believe in him, yet he allowed them to follow him. Some might see a conflict here, as it raises questions about why he would keep followers who lacked genuine belief, possibly leading to questions about free will and divine foreknowledge.

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