Contradictions and Paradoxes in Luke 17:11

Check out Contradictions Catalog of Luke 17:11 for the comprehensive list of verses that contradicts Luke 17:11. Some key contradictions and paradoxes are described below.

According to Luke, Jesus was traveling to Jerusalem and went through the regions of Samaria and Galilee. This shows that Jesus visited different places to meet and help people.

Luke 17:11: And it came to pass, as he went to Jerusalem, that he passed through the midst of Samaria and Galilee.

Contradiction with John 18:20

Jesus says he taught openly in synagogues and temples, possibly contradicting healing in remote areas like the border in Luke 17:11.

John 18:20: Jesus answered him, I spake openly to the world; I ever taught in the synagogue, and in the temple, whither the Jews always resort; and in secret have I said nothing.

Contradiction with Matthew 10:5-6

Jesus commands his disciples not to go to the Samaritans, yet in Luke 17:11, he passes between Samaria and Galilee.

Matthew 10:5-6: These twelve Jesus sent forth, and commanded them, saying, Go not into the way of the Gentiles, and into [any] city of the Samaritans enter ye not:

Contradiction with Matthew 15:24

Jesus is sent only to the lost sheep of Israel, contradicting the interaction near Samaria in Luke 17:11.

Matthew 15:24: But he answered and said, I am not sent but unto the lost sheep of the house of Israel.

Contradiction with Acts 1:8

Verse emphasizes spreading the gospel to all regions, yet Luke 17:11 shows a journey not emphasizing this mission.

Acts 1:8: But ye shall receive power, after that the Holy Ghost is come upon you: and ye shall be witnesses unto me both in Jerusalem, and in all Judaea, and in Samaria, and unto the uttermost part of the earth. [power...: or, the power of the Holy Ghost coming upon you]

Contradiction with Matthew 28:19

Calls for making disciples of all nations, while Luke 17:11 recounts movement in a predominantly Jewish territory.

Matthew 28:19: Go ye therefore, and teach all nations, baptizing them in the name of the Father, and of the Son, and of the Holy Ghost: [teach...: or, make disciples, or, Christians of all nations]
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