Contradiction with Luke 23:34
This verse shows Jesus asking for forgiveness for those crucifying Him, which contrasts with the demand for crucifixion in Luke 23:21.
Luke 23:34: Then said Jesus, Father, forgive them; for they know not what they do. And they parted his raiment, and cast lots.
Contradiction with John 19:4
Pilate declares finding no fault in Jesus, contradicting the crowd's insistence on crucifixion in Luke 23:21.
John 19:4: Pilate therefore went forth again, and saith unto them, Behold, I bring him forth to you, that ye may know that I find no fault in him.
Contradiction with Acts 3:15
This verse refers to Jesus as the "Prince of life," which contradicts the call for His death in Luke 23:21.
Acts 3:15: And killed the Prince of life, whom God hath raised from the dead; whereof we are witnesses. [Prince: or, Author]
Contradiction with Matthew 27:23
Pilate questions what evil Jesus has done, opposing the crowd’s demand in Luke 23:21.
Matthew 27:23: And the governor said, Why, what evil hath he done? But they cried out the more, saying, Let him be crucified.
Contradiction with Isaiah 53:7
Describes the Messiah as silent and submissive, which contrasts with the violent outcry in Luke 23:21.
Isaiah 53:7: He was oppressed, and he was afflicted, yet he opened not his mouth: he is brought as a lamb to the slaughter, and as a sheep before her shearers is dumb, so he openeth not his mouth.
Paradox #1
The potential contradiction in this verse could be the crowd's demand for punishment despite biblical teachings of forgiveness and compassion. It highlights the conflict between human desire for retribution and the moral call to forgive others.