Contradictions and Paradoxes in Luke 21:1

Check out Contradictions Catalog of Luke 21:1 for the comprehensive list of verses that contradicts Luke 21:1. Some key contradictions and paradoxes are described below.

According to Luke, Jesus noticed rich people giving money at the temple. He saw that they were putting in a lot of money.

Luke 21:1: And he looked up, and saw the rich men casting their gifts into the treasury.

Contradiction with Matthew 6:3

Luke 21:1 describes a woman giving openly, while Matthew 6:3 advises giving in secret.

Matthew 6:3: But when thou doest alms, let not thy left hand know what thy right hand doeth:

Contradiction with 1 Samuel 16:7

Luke 21:1 emphasizes external acts of giving, whereas 1 Samuel 16:7 highlights that God values the heart over outward appearances.

1 Samuel 16:7: But the LORD said unto Samuel, Look not on his countenance, or on the height of his stature; because I have refused him: for [the LORD seeth] not as man seeth; for man looketh on the outward appearance, but the LORD looketh on the heart. [outward...: Heb. eyes]

Contradiction with Proverbs 19:17

Luke 21:1 speaks of an act of giving with present visibility, while Proverbs 19:17 emphasizes that giving to the poor is lending to the Lord, implying future recompense rather than present acknowledgment.

Proverbs 19:17: He that hath pity upon the poor lendeth unto the LORD; and that which he hath given will he pay him again. [that which...: or, his deed]

Contradiction with Matthew 5:16

Luke 21:1 reflects a moment of observed giving, whereas Matthew 5:16 encourages the light of good works to be seen by others but to glorify God, not the giver themselves.

Matthew 5:16: Let your light so shine before men, that they may see your good works, and glorify your Father which is in heaven.

Contradiction with James 2:14-17

Luke 21:1 shows a monetary offering, whereas James 2:14-17 focuses on faith accompanied by actions rather than mere material contributions.

James 2:14-17: What [doth it] profit, my brethren, though a man say he hath faith, and have not works? can faith save him?
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