Contradictions and Paradoxes in Luke 1:64

Check out Contradictions Catalog of Luke 1:64 for the comprehensive list of verses that contradicts Luke 1:64. Some key contradictions and paradoxes are described below.

According to Luke, Zacharias suddenly could talk again and he started speaking and thanking God. It was a happy surprise because he couldn't talk before.

Luke 1:64: And his mouth was opened immediately, and his tongue [loosed], and he spake, and praised God.

Contradiction with James 1:19

This verse suggests being slow to speak, while in Luke 1:64, the mouth is opened immediately.

James 1:19: Wherefore, my beloved brethren, let every man be swift to hear, slow to speak, slow to wrath:

Contradiction with Proverbs 17:28

Suggests silence can be wise, contrasting with the immediate speech in Luke 1:64.

Proverbs 17:28: Even a fool, when he holdeth his peace, is counted wise: [and] he that shutteth his lips [is esteemed] a man of understanding.

Contradiction with Ecclesiastes 5:2

Advises speaking few words before God, whereas Luke 1:64 emphasizes immediate speech.

Ecclesiastes 5:2: Be not rash with thy mouth, and let not thine heart be hasty to utter [any] thing before God: for God [is] in heaven, and thou upon earth: therefore let thy words be few. [thing: or, word]

Contradiction with Matthew 6:7

Warns against vain repetitions in prayer, differing from the immediate speaking in Luke 1:64.

Matthew 6:7: But when ye pray, use not vain repetitions, as the heathen [do]: for they think that they shall be heard for their much speaking.

Contradiction with Proverbs 29:20

Warns about hasty words, conflicting with the immediate speech in Luke 1:64.

Proverbs 29:20: Seest thou a man [that is] hasty in his words? [there is] more hope of a fool than of him. [words: or, matters?]
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