Contradictions and Paradoxes in Luke 1:43

Check out Contradictions Catalog of Luke 1:43 for the comprehensive list of verses that contradicts Luke 1:43. Some key contradictions and paradoxes are described below.

According to Luke, this verse shows how special Mary is because she is going to be Jesus' mother. It is like Mary's cousin Elizabeth is really happy and surprised that someone so important is visiting her.

Luke 1:43: And whence [is] this to me, that the mother of my Lord should come to me?

Contradiction with Matthew 12:48

Here, Jesus questions who His mother is, suggesting a broader spiritual family rather than emphasizing Mary's role.

Matthew 12:48: But he answered and said unto him that told him, Who is my mother? and who are my brethren?

Contradiction with Matthew 23:9

Jesus instructs not to call any human being father on earth, emphasizing God’s unique position, which contrasts with Mary being referred to as "mother of my Lord."

Matthew 23:9: And call no [man] your father upon the earth: for one is your Father, which is in heaven.

Contradiction with John 2:4

Jesus addresses Mary as "woman," which might contrast the special honor Mary receives in Luke 1:43.

John 2:4: Jesus saith unto her, Woman, what have I to do with thee? mine hour is not yet come.

Contradiction with Luke 11:27-28

Jesus responds to a woman blessing His mother by emphasizing that those who hear the word of God and keep it are blessed, which shifts the focus away from Mary's earthly maternity.

Luke 11:27-28: And it came to pass, as he spake these things, a certain woman of the company lifted up her voice, and said unto him, Blessed [is] the womb that bare thee, and the paps which thou hast sucked.
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