Contradiction with John 3:13
This verse suggests that no one has ascended to heaven except Jesus, contradicting the idea of the thief being in paradise on the day of crucifixion.
John 3:13: And no man hath ascended up to heaven, but he that came down from heaven, [even] the Son of man which is in heaven.
Contradiction with Ecclesiastes 9:5
This verse states the dead know nothing, which contradicts the idea of immediate consciousness in paradise.
Ecclesiastes 9:5: For the living know that they shall die: but the dead know not any thing, neither have they any more a reward; for the memory of them is forgotten.
Contradiction with Acts 2:34
It states that David has not ascended into the heavens, suggesting that not even the faithful are in heaven immediately after death.
Acts 2:34: For David is not ascended into the heavens: but he saith himself, The LORD said unto my Lord, Sit thou on my right hand,
Contradiction with 1 Thessalonians 4:16-17
This passage describes the resurrection happening at Christ's return, implying the dead are not in paradise until then.
1 Thessalonians 4:16-17: For the Lord himself shall descend from heaven with a shout, with the voice of the archangel, and with the trump of God: and the dead in Christ shall rise first:
Contradiction with John 5:28-29
It indicates that all will hear Jesus’ voice and come out of their graves at a future time, not immediately after death.
John 5:28-29: Marvel not at this: for the hour is coming, in the which all that are in the graves shall hear his voice,
Contradiction with 1 Corinthians 15:51-52
This verse discusses the dead being raised at the last trumpet, suggesting they are not in paradise yet.
1 Corinthians 15:51-52: Behold, I shew you a mystery; We shall not all sleep, but we shall all be changed,
Contradiction with Ezekiel 18:4
This verse states the soul that sins shall die, contrasting with the idea of an immediate reward in paradise.
Ezekiel 18:4: Behold, all souls are mine; as the soul of the father, so also the soul of the son is mine: the soul that sinneth, it shall die.
Contradiction with Revelation 20:13
It talks about the dead being judged after being given up by the sea and death, suggesting a future event rather than immediate paradise entry.
Revelation 20:13: And the sea gave up the dead which were in it; and death and hell delivered up the dead which were in them: and they were judged every man according to their works. [hell: or, the grave]
Paradox #1
Some people see a contradiction in Luke 23:43 regarding the timing of when someone enters paradise after death. In this verse, it seems to suggest that entry into paradise happens immediately after death, which appears to conflict with other biblical teachings that describe a resurrection at a future time. This difference in understanding can lead to various interpretations about what happens after death.
Paradox #2
Some people see a conflict with interpretations about the timing of when the thief on the cross would be in Paradise. Different interpretations of punctuation and translation can lead to questions about whether "today" means immediate presence with Jesus after death or a promise of the future.
Paradox #3
Historical contradictions or inconsistencies related to that verse could involve different interpretations about what it means for the thief on the cross to be with Jesus in paradise "today." Some argue about the timeline of events and whether this aligns with other beliefs about the afterlife or resurrection. Additionally, translations vary, leading to different understandings of the timing and location referenced.
Paradox #4
Some people see a contradiction in the statement about the timing of going to Paradise. They wonder how the person could be in Paradise the same day if some beliefs say that people don't go to Heaven until a future time, like after a final judgment.
Paradox #5
The potential contradiction in this verse could be the seeming inconsistency with other parts of the Bible that emphasize a need for repentance, faith, and baptism for salvation. This verse might suggest that salvation can be granted simply and immediately, which could appear to conflict with the broader teachings on the requirements for entering heaven.
Paradox #6
Some people suggest a contradiction in how the timeline is understood. The verse might imply that a promise is made about "today," but some interpretations argue that certain events could not be completed in one day, considering the timeline of Jesus's resurrection. This leads to debates about the meaning and placement of the word "today" in the promise.