Contradictions and Paradoxes in Luke 12:58

Check out Contradictions Catalog of Luke 12:58 for the comprehensive list of verses that contradicts Luke 12:58. Some key contradictions and paradoxes are described below.

According to Luke, when you have a disagreement with someone, it's best to try to solve it before going to the judge. This way, you can avoid getting into bigger trouble and possibly being punished.

Luke 12:58: When thou goest with thine adversary to the magistrate, [as thou art] in the way, give diligence that thou mayest be delivered from him; lest he hale thee to the judge, and the judge deliver thee to the officer, and the officer cast thee into prison.

Contradiction with Matthew 18:21-22

These verses emphasize forgiveness rather than swiftly resolving disputes with an adversary, suggesting patience instead of urgency implied in Luke 12:58.

Matthew 18:21-22: Then came Peter to him, and said, Lord, how oft shall my brother sin against me, and I forgive him? till seven times?

Contradiction with James 1:19

Advises being slow to anger and quick to listen, which can contradict the urge to settle disputes swiftly as Luke 12:58 implies.

James 1:19: Wherefore, my beloved brethren, let every man be swift to hear, slow to speak, slow to wrath:

Contradiction with Romans 12:18

Suggests living peaceably with all, potentially including prolonged reconciliation, rather than quickly settling matters as recommended in Luke 12:58.

Romans 12:18: If it be possible, as much as lieth in you, live peaceably with all men.

Contradiction with 1 Corinthians 6:1-7

Discourages lawsuits among believers and encourages resolving disputes within the church, which contradicts the approach of settling with an adversary before reaching the judge in Luke 12:58.

1 Corinthians 6:1-7: Dare any of you, having a matter against another, go to law before the unjust, and not before the saints?

Paradox #1

The moral conflict in this verse could be seen as promoting a pragmatic approach to conflicts, encouraging settlement before reaching judgment. Some might argue this contradicts the idea of standing firm on principles or seeking justice at all costs. The focus here is on practical resolution, which might be seen as compromising moral integrity for peace or avoiding consequences.

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