Contradictions and Paradoxes in Luke 19:41

Check out Contradictions Catalog of Luke 19:41 for the comprehensive list of verses that contradicts Luke 19:41. Some key contradictions and paradoxes are described below.

According to Luke, Jesus looked at the city and felt very sad, so he cried because he loved the people there and wanted them to be happy and safe. He was worried because he knew that they weren’t listening to his message about love and peace.

Luke 19:41: And when he was come near, he beheld the city, and wept over it,

Contradiction with Matthew 5:12

Luke 19:41 shows Jesus weeping for Jerusalem, while Matthew 5:12 suggests rejoicing when persecuted, which may appear contradictory in emotional response.

Matthew 5:12: Rejoice, and be exceeding glad: for great [is] your reward in heaven: for so persecuted they the prophets which were before you.

Contradiction with Psalm 2:4

Luke 19:41 depicts Jesus weeping over the city, contrasting with Psalm 2:4 where God is described as laughing in derision at those who oppose Him.

Psalm 2:4: He that sitteth in the heavens shall laugh: the Lord shall have them in derision.

Contradiction with James 1:2

Luke 19:41 shows sorrow over Jerusalem, while James 1:2 encourages believers to consider trials pure joy, presenting a contrasting perspective on adversity.

James 1:2: My brethren, count it all joy when ye fall into divers temptations; [temptations: or, trials]

Contradiction with Revelation 18:20

Luke 19:41 contrasts with Revelation 18:20 which calls for rejoicing over the fall of Babylon, while Jesus laments over Jerusalem.

Revelation 18:20: Rejoice over her, [thou] heaven, and [ye] holy apostles and prophets; for God hath avenged you on her.

Contradiction with Ecclesiastes 3:4

The weeping in Luke 19:41 contrasts with the notion of a time to laugh in Ecclesiastes 3:4, highlighting differing perspectives on appropriate responses to situations.

Ecclesiastes 3:4: A time to weep, and a time to laugh; a time to mourn, and a time to dance;
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