Contradiction with Luke 20:35-36
These verses state that those worthy of resurrection will neither marry nor be given in marriage, implying no gender distinction, contradicting the gender-specific description in Luke 17:34 of "two men in one bed."
Luke 20:35-36: But they which shall be accounted worthy to obtain that world, and the resurrection from the dead, neither marry, nor are given in marriage:
Contradiction with Matthew 22:30
This verse mentions that in resurrection people will be like angels in heaven with no marriage, contradicting the implication in Luke 17:34 of people being in pairs or intimate settings.
Matthew 22:30: But as touching the resurrection of the dead, have ye not read that which was spoken unto you by God, saying,
Contradiction with Galatians 3:28
This verse states that in Christ there is neither male nor female, contradicting the gender-specific imagery of "men" as separate from women in Luke 17:34.
Galatians 3:28: There is neither Jew nor Greek, there is neither bond nor free, there is neither male nor female: for ye are all one in Christ Jesus.
Contradiction with Matthew 24:40
Describes those being taken as “two shall be in the field” without specifying gender, unlike the gender-specific "two men" in Luke 17:34.
Matthew 24:40: Then shall two be in the field; the one shall be taken, and the other left.
Contradiction with Mark 12:25
Declares that after resurrection, people will not marry but will be like angels, contradicting the implication in Luke 17:34 of individuals being paired in any human sense.
Mark 12:25: For when they shall rise from the dead, they neither marry, nor are given in marriage; but are as the angels which are in heaven.
Paradox #1
Some people see a conflict in the interpretation of the timing and nature of the event described. This verse is often linked with teachings about the end times. Different interpretations can lead to disagreements about whether it describes a literal event or has symbolic meaning. This can cause confusion or conflict among different theological perspectives.
Paradox #2
The verse implies that two people will be together at night doing the same activity, with one being taken and the other left. Some might see a contradiction if trying to understand this literally within the context of sleep, as it suggests an instantaneous, selective event. However, any scientific conflict primarily arises from interpreting the verse as a literal, physical phenomenon rather than a metaphorical one. Since this involves spiritual or miraculous aspects, it doesn't fit neatly into scientific explanation or contradiction.
Paradox #3
The potential contradiction in Luke 17:34 could relate to the sudden and selective nature of judgment, which may seem unfair or arbitrary. It might raise questions about why some are "taken" while others are "left," potentially challenging ideas of fairness or justice.