Contradictions and Paradoxes in Luke 1:48

Check out Contradictions Catalog of Luke 1:48 for the comprehensive list of verses that contradicts Luke 1:48. Some key contradictions and paradoxes are described below.

According to Luke, Mary is happy and amazed because God noticed her even though she is not important, and from now on, everyone will know she is special and blessed.

Luke 1:48: For he hath regarded the low estate of his handmaiden: for, behold, from henceforth all generations shall call me blessed.

Contradiction with Proverbs 16:5

This verse suggests that pride, and being exalted or viewed as blessed among people, is an abomination to the Lord, which contradicts the exaltation in Luke 1:48.

Proverbs 16:5: Every one [that is] proud in heart [is] an abomination to the LORD: [though] hand [join] in hand, he shall not be unpunished. [unpunished: Heb. held innocent]

Contradiction with James 4:6

This verse states that God resists the proud, but gives grace to the humble. In Luke 1:48, Mary is being honored, which could be seen as a form of pride that God resists.

James 4:6: But he giveth more grace. Wherefore he saith, God resisteth the proud, but giveth grace unto the humble.

Contradiction with 1 Corinthians 1:28-29

These verses emphasize God choosing the lowly and despised to nullify things that are, so that no one may boast before Him. This contrasts with the recognition and honor mentioned in Luke 1:48.

1 Corinthians 1:28-29: And base things of the world, and things which are despised, hath God chosen, [yea], and things which are not, to bring to nought things that are:
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