Contradictions and Paradoxes in Luke 23:23

Check out Contradictions Catalog of Luke 23:23 for the comprehensive list of verses that contradicts Luke 23:23. Some key contradictions and paradoxes are described below.

According to Luke, the people were shouting loudly, wanting Jesus to be put on the cross. In the end, the leaders' voices were listened to, and they got what they wanted.

Luke 23:23: And they were instant with loud voices, requiring that he might be crucified. And the voices of them and of the chief priests prevailed.

Contradiction with Exodus 23:2

This verse advises not to follow a crowd to do evil, whereas in Luke 23:23, the multitude demands Jesus' crucifixion.

Exodus 23:2: Thou shalt not follow a multitude to [do] evil; neither shalt thou speak in a cause to decline after many to wrest [judgment]: [speak: Heb. answer]

Contradiction with Proverbs 17:15

This verse states that acquitting the guilty and condemning the innocent is detestable to the Lord, conflicting with the condemnation of innocent Jesus in Luke 23:23.

Proverbs 17:15: He that justifieth the wicked, and he that condemneth the just, even they both [are] abomination to the LORD.

Paradox #1

The potential contradiction in this context could be the crowd demanding the crucifixion of Jesus despite his innocence, highlighting the conflict between justice and mob influence. This raises questions about fairness and the power of public pressure to sway moral decisions.

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