Contradictions and Paradoxes in Luke 20:3

Check out Contradictions Catalog of Luke 20:3 for the comprehensive list of verses that contradicts Luke 20:3. Some key contradictions and paradoxes are described below.

According to Luke, Jesus is being clever by asking a question back to the people who asked Him something first. He wants them to think carefully and be fair before He gives His own answer.

Luke 20:3: And he answered and said unto them, I will also ask you one thing; and answer me:

Contradiction with Matthew 5:37

This verse emphasizes straightforwardness in speech whereas Luke 20:3 involves responding with a question to avoid a direct answer.

Matthew 5:37: But let your communication be, Yea, yea; Nay, nay: for whatsoever is more than these cometh of evil.

Contradiction with Proverbs 15:1

This verse promotes soft answers to turn away wrath, contrasting with Luke 20:3 where Jesus responds with a challenging question.

Proverbs 15:1: A soft answer turneth away wrath: but grievous words stir up anger.

Contradiction with James 5:12

Encourages letting one's yes be yes and no be no, differing from Luke 20:3's implicit avoidance of direct affirmation or denial.

James 5:12: But above all things, my brethren, swear not, neither by heaven, neither by the earth, neither by any other oath: but let your yea be yea; and [your] nay, nay; lest ye fall into condemnation.

Contradiction with Proverbs 26:4

Advises not to answer a fool according to their folly, but in Luke 20:3, Jesus answers by posing His own question.

Proverbs 26:4: Answer not a fool according to his folly, lest thou also be like unto him.
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