Contradictions and Paradoxes in Luke 13:29

Check out Contradictions Catalog of Luke 13:29 for the comprehensive list of verses that contradicts Luke 13:29. Some key contradictions and paradoxes are described below.

According to Luke, people from all over the world—east, west, north, and south—will come together to be with God in His special place. This means everyone can be a part of God’s family.

Luke 13:29: And they shall come from the east, and [from] the west, and from the north, and [from] the south, and shall sit down in the kingdom of God.

Contradiction with Matthew 7:13-14

These verses highlight the narrow gate leading to life, suggesting few will find it, contrasting with Luke 13:29's depiction of many coming from all directions.

Matthew 7:13-14: Enter ye in at the strait gate: for wide [is] the gate, and broad [is] the way, that leadeth to destruction, and many there be which go in thereat: [strait: or, narrow]

Contradiction with Matthew 22:14

This verse states, "For many are called, but few are chosen," conflicting with the idea of numerous attendees implied in Luke 13:29.

Matthew 22:14: Then went the Pharisees, and took counsel how they might entangle him in [his] talk.

Contradiction with Revelation 7:4

Describes a specific number, 144,000, being sealed, implying a limitation that contrasts with the inclusive vision of Luke 13:29.

Revelation 7:4: And I heard the number of them which were sealed: [and there were] sealed an hundred [and] forty [and] four thousand of all the tribes of the children of Israel.

Contradiction with Romans 11:5

Refers to a remnant chosen by grace, suggesting only some will be included, as opposed to the multitude described in Luke 13:29.

Romans 11:5: Even so then at this present time also there is a remnant according to the election of grace.

Contradiction with 1 Peter 4:18

This verse discusses the difficulty of being saved, which contrasts with the idea in Luke 13:29 that many will enter the kingdom.

1 Peter 4:18: And if the righteous scarcely be saved, where shall the ungodly and the sinner appear?
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