Contradictions and Paradoxes in Luke 2:16

Check out Contradictions Catalog of Luke 2:16 for the comprehensive list of verses that contradicts Luke 2:16. Some key contradictions and paradoxes are described below.

According to Luke, the shepherds quickly went to see the special baby Jesus who was with Mary and Joseph in a simple bed for animals. They were excited to meet him because he was a very important baby.

Luke 2:16: And they came with haste, and found Mary, and Joseph, and the babe lying in a manger.

Contradiction with Matthew 2:11

This verse describes the visit of the wise men to a house, not a stable, and they visit a young child, not a baby in a manger.

Matthew 2:11: And when they were come into the house, they saw the young child with Mary his mother, and fell down, and worshipped him: and when they had opened their treasures, they presented unto him gifts; gold, and frankincense, and myrrh. [presented: or, offered]

Contradiction with Luke 9:58

This verse states that Jesus had no place to lay his head, which contrasts with the shepherds finding him in a specific location, a manger, as stated in Luke 2:16.

Luke 9:58: And Jesus said unto him, Foxes have holes, and birds of the air [have] nests; but the Son of man hath not where to lay [his] head.

Contradiction with Romans 12:16

This verse calls for humility and unity, whereas Luke 2:16 emphasizes the specific social status and actions of the shepherds visiting Jesus, potentially highlighting societal divisions.

Romans 12:16: [Be] of the same mind one toward another. Mind not high things, but condescend to men of low estate. Be not wise in your own conceits. [condescend...: or, be contented with mean things]

Contradiction with John 1:46

This verse questions any good coming from Nazareth, which could contradict the importance of the shepherds visiting Jesus in Luke 2:16, emphasizing Jesus' significance from birth.

John 1:46: And Nathanael said unto him, Can there any good thing come out of Nazareth? Philip saith unto him, Come and see.
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