Contradiction with John 18:11
This verse shows Jesus willingly accepting his fate without angelic assistance, which contrasts with Luke 22:43, where an angel strengthens Him.
John 18:11: Then said Jesus unto Peter, Put up thy sword into the sheath: the cup which my Father hath given me, shall I not drink it?
Contradiction with Matthew 26:53
Here, Jesus implies that He could call on angels if needed, suggesting He chose not to, while Luke 22:43 suggests an angel did come to assist Him.
Matthew 26:53: But how then shall the scriptures be fulfilled, that thus it must be?
Contradiction with Mark 15:34
Jesus cries out feeling forsaken by God, contradicting the assistance provided in Luke 22:43.
Mark 15:34: And at the ninth hour Jesus cried with a loud voice, saying, Eloi, Eloi, lama sabachthani? which is, being interpreted, My God, my God, why hast thou forsaken me?
Contradiction with Matthew 4:11
Angels minister to Jesus after the temptation, which contrasts with the urgent need for strengthening suggested in Luke 22:43.
Matthew 4:11: Then the devil leaveth him, and, behold, angels came and ministered unto him.
Contradiction with Hebrews 2:14
Implies Jesus faced death as a human without supernatural aid, contrasting with the angel's support in Luke 22:43.
Hebrews 2:14: Forasmuch then as the children are partakers of flesh and blood, he also himself likewise took part of the same; that through death he might destroy him that had the power of death, that is, the devil;
Paradox #1
The verse in question includes an angel appearing to give strength. Some argue this contradicts the notion of Jesus' divinity, suggesting if he is divine, he shouldn't need angelic support. This can raise questions about his human and divine nature working simultaneously.
Paradox #2
Some scholars believe that Luke 22:43 might be a later addition to the text because it is not found in some of the earliest and most reliable manuscripts of the Gospel of Luke. This has led to debates about its authenticity and whether it was part of the original writings of the gospel.
Paradox #3
In some interpretations, a contradiction or conflict could arise because the presence of divine intervention offering comfort might seem at odds with the need for human free will and struggle in facing challenges. This can lead to questions about why such intervention isn't consistent in all times of suffering.