Contradictions and Paradoxes in Luke 14:32

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According to Luke, Jesus is teaching that it is wise to make peace before a big fight if you know you might not win. He wants us to think carefully and make smart choices.

Luke 14:32: Or else, while the other is yet a great way off, he sendeth an ambassage, and desireth conditions of peace.

Contradiction with Proverbs 20:18

This verse encourages making plans with counsel, whereas Luke 14:32 implies making peace when unable to win.

Proverbs 20:18: [Every] purpose is established by counsel: and with good advice make war.

Contradiction with Matthew 5:9

This verse blesses peacemakers, while Luke 14:32 mentions making peace as a last resort due to inability to succeed in conflict.

Matthew 5:9: Blessed [are] the peacemakers: for they shall be called the children of God.

Contradiction with James 1:5

This verse suggests asking God for wisdom in decisions, contrasting with the pragmatic view of seeking peace in Luke 14:32 when outmatched.

James 1:5: If any of you lack wisdom, let him ask of God, that giveth to all [men] liberally, and upbraideth not; and it shall be given him.

Contradiction with Proverbs 25:8

Advises against rushing into conflict, which is contrary to the implication in Luke 14:32 of entering conflict and seeking peace only when losing.

Proverbs 25:8: Go not forth hastily to strive, lest [thou know not] what to do in the end thereof, when thy neighbour hath put thee to shame.

Contradiction with Romans 12:18

Encourages living peaceably with all men, opposing the situational peacemaking suggested in Luke 14:32.

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