Contradictions and Paradoxes in Luke 2:11

Check out Contradictions Catalog of Luke 2:11 for the comprehensive list of verses that contradicts Luke 2:11. Some key contradictions and paradoxes are described below.

According to Luke, today in the town of David, a special person called Christ the Lord is born to help and save everyone. This is a happy and important moment because He is the Savior.

Luke 2:11: For unto you is born this day in the city of David a Saviour, which is Christ the Lord.

Contradiction with Matthew 10:34

Luke 2:11 declares the birth of the Savior bringing peace, while Matthew 10:34 states Jesus came not to bring peace but a sword.

Matthew 10:34: Think not that I am come to send peace on earth: I came not to send peace, but a sword.

Contradiction with John 16:33

Luke 2:11 presents Jesus’ birth as a source of peace; John 16:33 mentions that in the world, followers will have tribulation.

John 16:33: These things I have spoken unto you, that in me ye might have peace. In the world ye shall have tribulation: but be of good cheer; I have overcome the world.

Contradiction with Matthew 1:21

Luke 2:11 calls Jesus a Savior for all people; Matthew 1:21 emphasizes Jesus will save his people from their sins, implying a more specific mission.

Matthew 1:21: And she shall bring forth a son, and thou shalt call his name JESUS: for he shall save his people from their sins. [JESUS: that is, Saviour, Heb]

Contradiction with Luke 12:51

Luke 2:11 portrays Jesus as the bringer of peace, whereas Luke 12:51 suggests he brings division instead of peace.

Luke 12:51: Suppose ye that I am come to give peace on earth? I tell you, Nay; but rather division:

Contradiction with John 9:39

Luke 2:11 describes Jesus as the Savior, promoting unity, while John 9:39 speaks of Jesus coming to bring judgment.

John 9:39: And Jesus said, For judgment I am come into this world, that they which see not might see; and that they which see might be made blind.

Contradiction with Mark 13:7

Luke 2:11 emphasizes peace at Jesus' birth, but Mark 13:7 states that wars and rumors of wars must happen, displaying ongoing conflict.

Mark 13:7: And when ye shall hear of wars and rumours of wars, be ye not troubled: for [such things] must needs be; but the end [shall] not [be] yet.
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