Contradiction with Matthew 26:39
This verse depicts Jesus expressing willingness and trust in God's will, which can be seen as a contradiction to the agony and distress shown in Luke 22:44.
Matthew 26:39: And he cometh unto the disciples, and findeth them asleep, and saith unto Peter, What, could ye not watch with me one hour?
Contradiction with John 12:27
Here, Jesus acknowledges his troubled spirit but reaffirms his purpose, contrasting with the intense physical agony and emotional struggle indicated in Luke 22:44.
John 12:27: Now is my soul troubled; and what shall I say? Father, save me from this hour: but for this cause came I unto this hour.
Contradiction with Hebrews 4:15
This verse states that Jesus is without sin, which can be seen as contradicting with the implication of extreme human weakness and distress evident in Luke 22:44.
Hebrews 4:15: For we have not an high priest which cannot be touched with the feeling of our infirmities; but was in all points tempted like as [we are, yet] without sin.
Contradiction with John 18:4
Indicates Jesus' awareness and control over the situation of his arrest, contrasting with the intense emotional agony described in Luke 22:44.
John 18:4: Jesus therefore, knowing all things that should come upon him, went forth, and said unto them, Whom seek ye?
Contradiction with Philippians 4:6
Advises against being anxious, which contradicts the depiction of Jesus' extreme anguish and distress in Luke 22:44.
Philippians 4:6: Be careful for nothing; but in every thing by prayer and supplication with thanksgiving let your requests be made known unto God.
Paradox #1
Some people might point to a contradiction or inconsistency with Luke 22:44 regarding the intensity of Jesus's prayer and his sweat becoming like drops of blood. Critics argue that this level of stress and physical reaction does not align with the divine nature of Jesus, as God would not experience such human weaknesses. Additionally, some early manuscripts do not include this verse, which raises questions about its authenticity and consistency within the Gospel narrative.
Paradox #2
Luke 22:44 could be seen as having a potential doctrinal inconsistency because it describes an intensely human moment where Jesus experiences deep distress. Some might find this in conflict with the belief in Jesus's divine nature, as divine beings are often viewed as above human emotions like fear and agony. This verse highlights Jesus's humanity, which can appear inconsistent with the emphasis on his divinity in other parts of the Bible.
Paradox #3
The contradiction in that verse involves the phenomenon where it is described that someone sweated blood. Medically, there is a rare condition called hematidrosis where a person can sweat blood, usually under extreme stress. However, it’s extremely uncommon and not well understood, leading some to see its mention as inconsistent with typical human experience.