Contradiction with Matthew 24:40
While Luke 17:37 speaks about the collected bodies, Matthew 24:40 describes people being taken away, implying a sudden and selective event.
Matthew 24:40: Then shall two be in the field; the one shall be taken, and the other left.
Contradiction with Matthew 24:28
This verse mirrors Luke 17:37’s imagery, but the context in Matthew seems to emphasize a gathering of judgment, as opposed to a simple statement of fact.
Matthew 24:28: For wheresoever the carcase is, there will the eagles be gathered together.
Contradiction with 1 Thessalonians 4:17
Luke 17:37 implies a gathering related to judgment, whereas 1 Thessalonians 4:17 describes a joyful gathering of believers with Christ.
1 Thessalonians 4:17: Then we which are alive [and] remain shall be caught up together with them in the clouds, to meet the Lord in the air: and so shall we ever be with the Lord.
Paradox #1
Some people find a potential inconsistency in this verse because it uses imagery that is hard to connect directly with the surrounding context or message. The reference to vultures and a body can be interpreted in different ways, leading to varied understandings among readers about what exactly is being described or predicted, which can create confusion or debate over its theological meaning.
Paradox #2
The contradiction, inconsistency, or conflict in Luke 17:37 relates to the ambiguity in interpreting the phrase about "where the body is, there the eagles will gather." This phrase has sparked debate over its meaning and context, as some interpret "body" as a sign of judgment and "eagles" as either a reference to vultures or representing Roman armies, leading to confusion about its specific historical or prophetic reference.