Contradictions and Paradoxes in Luke 1:9

Check out Contradictions Catalog of Luke 1:9 for the comprehensive list of verses that contradicts Luke 1:9. Some key contradictions and paradoxes are described below.

According to Luke, a priest named Zechariah was chosen to go into God’s temple to burn special nice-smelling stuff called incense. This was an important job, and it was his turn to do it.

Luke 1:9: According to the custom of the priest's office, his lot was to burn incense when he went into the temple of the Lord.

Contradiction with Matthew 6:5

This verse criticizes public displays of piety, whereas Luke 1:9 describes performing a religious duty publicly, which could be seen as contradictory in intent.

Matthew 6:5: And when thou prayest, thou shalt not be as the hypocrites [are]: for they love to pray standing in the synagogues and in the corners of the streets, that they may be seen of men. Verily I say unto you, They have their reward.

Contradiction with Mark 12:33

Emphasizes love over rituals, in contrast to the ritualistic duty described in Luke 1:9.

Mark 12:33: And to love him with all the heart, and with all the understanding, and with all the soul, and with all the strength, and to love [his] neighbour as himself, is more than all whole burnt offerings and sacrifices.

Contradiction with John 4:24

Advocates for worshiping in spirit and truth rather than through physical rituals like those described in Luke 1:9.

John 4:24: God [is] a Spirit: and they that worship him must worship [him] in spirit and in truth.

Contradiction with Hebrews 10:11

Indicates the limitations of sacrificial duties, which might seem in contrast to the importance of the priest’s duty in Luke 1:9.

Hebrews 10:11: And every priest standeth daily ministering and offering oftentimes the same sacrifices, which can never take away sins:

Contradiction with Isaiah 1:11

Suggests that offerings and rituals, like those in Luke 1:9, are not desired by God if devoid of righteousness.

Isaiah 1:11: To what purpose [is] the multitude of your sacrifices unto me? saith the LORD: I am full of the burnt offerings of rams, and the fat of fed beasts; and I delight not in the blood of bullocks, or of lambs, or of he goats. [he goats: Heb. great he goats]
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