Contradictions and Paradoxes in Luke 1:28

Check out Contradictions Catalog of Luke 1:28 for the comprehensive list of verses that contradicts Luke 1:28. Some key contradictions and paradoxes are described below.

According to Luke, an angel visited Mary and told her that she was very special and loved by God. The angel said God was with her and that she was very blessed among all women.

Luke 1:28: And the angel came in unto her, and said, Hail, [thou that art] highly favoured, the Lord [is] with thee: blessed [art] thou among women. [highly...: or, graciously accepted, or, of much grace]

Contradiction with Romans 3:23

Luke 1:28 refers to Mary as "highly favored", suggesting a unique status, while Romans 3:23 states all have sinned, implying no one is above others.

Romans 3:23: For all have sinned, and come short of the glory of God;

Contradiction with Ecclesiastes 7:20

Luke 1:28 implies Mary's special favor, but Ecclesiastes 7:20 states there is no just person who does good and never sins.

Ecclesiastes 7:20: For [there is] not a just man upon earth, that doeth good, and sinneth not.

Contradiction with 1 John 1:8

Luke 1:28 highlights Mary's grace, yet 1 John 1:8 claims if we say we have no sin, we deceive ourselves.

1 John 1:8: If we say that we have no sin, we deceive ourselves, and the truth is not in us.

Contradiction with Galatians 3:22

Luke 1:28 suggests exclusivity in favor, while Galatians 3:22 concludes all are under sin so that the promise by faith in Jesus might be given to those who believe.

Galatians 3:22: But the scripture hath concluded all under sin, that the promise by faith of Jesus Christ might be given to them that believe.

Paradox #1

One potential theological conflict with this verse could be related to differing views on Mary within Christianity. Some denominations emphasize her status and role more significantly, while others do not. This can lead to disagreements about how high of a status Mary should be afforded within the faith.

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