Contradictions and Paradoxes in Luke 10:38

Check out Contradictions Catalog of Luke 10:38 for the comprehensive list of verses that contradicts Luke 10:38. Some key contradictions and paradoxes are described below.

According to Luke, Jesus went to a village, and a woman named Martha welcomed him into her home. Christians understand this as a story showing Martha's kindness and the importance of being welcoming to others.

Luke 10:38: Now it came to pass, as they went, that he entered into a certain village: and a certain woman named Martha received him into her house.

Contradiction with Matthew 10:14

Luke 10:38 describes welcoming Jesus, while Matthew 10:14 speaks of rejecting those who bring his message.

Matthew 10:14: And whosoever shall not receive you, nor hear your words, when ye depart out of that house or city, shake off the dust of your feet.

Contradiction with Mark 3:21

In Luke 10:38, Martha welcomes Jesus into her home, but Mark 3:21 mentions Jesus' family thinking he was out of his mind, showing distrust.

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 1:11

Luke 10:38 highlights a positive reception of Jesus, whereas John 1:11 mentions He came to His own, who did not receive Him.

John 1:11: He came unto his own, and his own received him not.

Contradiction with Matthew 8:34

Luke 10:38 depicts hospitality toward Jesus, contrary to Matthew 8:34 where Jesus is asked to leave the region.

Matthew 8:34: And, behold, the whole city came out to meet Jesus: and when they saw him, they besought [him] that he would depart out of their coasts.

Contradiction with John 6:66

Luke 10:38 illustrates welcoming, while John 6:66 records many disciples leaving Jesus.

John 6:66: From that [time] many of his disciples went back, and walked no more with him.
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