Contradictions and Paradoxes in John 7:3

Check out Contradictions Catalog of John 7:3 for the comprehensive list of verses that contradicts John 7:3. Some key contradictions and paradoxes are described below.

According to the apostle John, Jesus' brothers were telling Him to go to a place called Judea so more people could see the amazing things He was doing. They wanted others to see His special powers and become His followers too.

John 7:3: His brethren therefore said unto him, Depart hence, and go into Judaea, that thy disciples also may see the works that thou doest.

Contradiction with John 7:5

This verse contradicts John 7:3 because while John 7:3 shows Jesus' brothers suggesting He go to Judea, John 7:5 reveals that His brothers did not believe in Him, indicating a contrast in their intentions.

John 7:5: For neither did his brethren believe in him.

Contradiction with Matthew 13:55-56

These verses contradict John 7:3 by highlighting that Jesus had several siblings, yet John 7:3 implies a level of authority or advice being given by His brothers, which contrasts with their likely disbelief or misunderstanding of His mission as indicated in later verses.

Matthew 13:55-56: Is not this the carpenter's son? is not his mother called Mary? and his brethren, James, and Joses, and Simon, and Judas?

Contradiction with Mark 3:21

This verse contradicts John 7:3 by showing that Jesus' family thought He was out of His mind, which contrasts with His brothers' suggestion in John 7:3 to manifest Himself publicly, indicating differing views on His ministry.

Mark 3:21: And when his friends heard [of it], they went out to lay hold on him: for they said, He is beside himself. [friends: or, kinsmen]

Contradiction with John 2:4

This verse contradicts John 7:3 because Jesus expresses a different timeline for His public ministry, whereas His brothers in John 7:3 suggest He should immediately seek public exposure.

John 2:4: Jesus saith unto her, Woman, what have I to do with thee? mine hour is not yet come.
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