Contradictions and Paradoxes in Luke 10:15

Check out Contradictions Catalog of Luke 10:15 for the comprehensive list of verses that contradicts Luke 10:15. Some key contradictions and paradoxes are described below.

According to Luke, Jesus is saying that Capernaum, a city that thought it was very important, will face punishment because it didn't listen to God. It's like when someone thinks they are the best but then finds out they were wrong and get in trouble.

Luke 10:15: And thou, Capernaum, which art exalted to heaven, shalt be thrust down to hell.

Contradiction with Jeremiah 31:40

This verse promises a lasting transformation where the city will never be uprooted or demolished again, which contrasts with Luke 10:15's proclamation of downfall.

Jeremiah 31:40: And the whole valley of the dead bodies, and of the ashes, and all the fields unto the brook of Kidron, unto the corner of the horse gate toward the east, [shall be] holy unto the LORD; it shall not be plucked up, nor thrown down any more for ever.

Contradiction with Psalm 46:5

This verse assures God's presence will help in the midst of her; she will not fall, which contradicts the fate of being brought down in Luke 10:15.

Psalm 46:5: God [is] in the midst of her; she shall not be moved: God shall help her, [and that] right early. [and...: Heb. when the morning appeareth]

Contradiction with Matthew 16:18

This verse asserts that the gates of hell shall not prevail against the church, suggesting stability and divine support, contrasting with the overthrow mentioned in Luke 10:15.

Matthew 16:18: And I say also unto thee, That thou art Peter, and upon this rock I will build my church; and the gates of hell shall not prevail against it. [Peter: this name signifies a rock]

Contradiction with Isaiah 54:17

This verse proclaims that no weapon formed against God's people shall prosper, indicating protection and endurance, contrary to the downfall described in Luke 10:15.

Isaiah 54:17: No weapon that is formed against thee shall prosper; and every tongue [that] shall rise against thee in judgment thou shalt condemn. This [is] the heritage of the servants of the LORD, and their righteousness [is] of me, saith the LORD.

Contradiction with Psalm 125:1

This verse declares that those who trust in the Lord are like Mount Zion, which cannot be moved but abides forever, contrasting with the premise of being cast down in Luke 10:15.

Psalm 125:1: [A Song of degrees.] They that trust in the LORD [shall be] as mount Zion, [which] cannot be removed, [but] abideth for ever.
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