Contradictions and Paradoxes in Luke 10:30

Check out Contradictions Catalog of Luke 10:30 for the comprehensive list of verses that contradicts Luke 10:30. Some key contradictions and paradoxes are described below.

According to Luke, Jesus tells a story about a man who was traveling from Jerusalem to Jericho. On his way, some bad people attacked him, took his clothes, hurt him, and left him lying almost dead.

Luke 10:30: And Jesus answering said, A certain [man] went down from Jerusalem to Jericho, and fell among thieves, which stripped him of his raiment, and wounded [him], and departed, leaving [him] half dead.

Contradiction with Luke 6:31

This verse promotes the principle of treating others with kindness and empathy, while Luke 10:30 describes a situation where a man is attacked, highlighting the lack of compassion from his assailants.

Luke 6:31: And as ye would that men should do to you, do ye also to them likewise.

Contradiction with Proverbs 3:29

This verse advises against planning harm against a neighbor, contradicting the violent act described in Luke 10:30, where a man is victimized by robbers.

Proverbs 3:29: Devise not evil against thy neighbour, seeing he dwelleth securely by thee. [Devise...: or, Practise no evil]

Contradiction with 1 John 3:17

This verse encourages helping others in need, which contrasts with the indifference shown by some individuals who pass by the injured man in the parable of the Good Samaritan following Luke 10:30.

1 John 3:17: But whoso hath this world's good, and seeth his brother have need, and shutteth up his bowels [of compassion] from him, how dwelleth the love of God in him?

Contradiction with James 2:15-16

These verses stress the importance of providing for those who are suffering, in contrast to the neglect shown by individuals who did not help the wounded man in the aftermath of Luke 10:30.

James 2:15-16: If a brother or sister be naked, and destitute of daily food,

Contradiction with Leviticus 19:18

This verse warns against revenge and holding grudges, promoting love instead, contrasting with the harmful actions described in Luke 10:30.

Leviticus 19:18: Thou shalt not avenge, nor bear any grudge against the children of thy people, but thou shalt love thy neighbour as thyself: I [am] the LORD.
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