Contradictions and Paradoxes in Luke 14:10

Check out Contradictions Catalog of Luke 14:10 for the comprehensive list of verses that contradicts Luke 14:10. Some key contradictions and paradoxes are described below.

According to Luke, Jesus is teaching that it's better to be humble and take the least important place when invited to a party. This way, if the host wants to honor you, they can invite you to sit in a better spot, and others will see how special you are.

Luke 14:10: But when thou art bidden, go and sit down in the lowest room; that when he that bade thee cometh, he may say unto thee, Friend, go up higher: then shalt thou have worship in the presence of them that sit at meat with thee.

Contradiction with Matthew 23:12

This verse states that whoever exalts himself will be humbled, and he who humbles himself will be exalted, which aligns rather than contradicts with Luke 14:10.

Matthew 23:12: And whosoever shall exalt himself shall be abased; and he that shall humble himself shall be exalted.

Contradiction with Proverbs 25:6-7

These verses advise against self-promotion and suggest humility, which supports the message of Luke 14:10 rather than contradicting it.

Proverbs 25:6-7: Put not forth thyself in the presence of the king, and stand not in the place of great [men]: [Put...: Heb. Set not out thy glory]

Contradiction with 1 Peter 5:6

This verse encourages humility to receive exaltation from God in due time, resonating with the principle in Luke 14:10 rather than contradicting it.

1 Peter 5:6: Humble yourselves therefore under the mighty hand of God, that he may exalt you in due time:

Contradiction with James 4:10

This verse advises humility so that God may exalt you, which aligns with the teaching of Luke 14:10 rather than contradicting it.

James 4:10: Humble yourselves in the sight of the Lord, and he shall lift you up.

Contradiction with Proverbs 29:23

This verse suggests that one's pride will bring them low, but honor will uphold the humble in spirit, which aligns with Luke 14:10 rather than contradicting it.

Proverbs 29:23: A man's pride shall bring him low: but honour shall uphold the humble in spirit.

Paradox #1

Luke 14:10 could potentially be seen as contradictory if compared to teachings about humility. The verse suggests a strategy of humble action to gain honor, which might seem at odds with the idea of being humble without seeking recognition. The conflict is between genuine humility and using humility as a tactic for personal gain.

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