Contradictions and Paradoxes in Luke 2:42

Check out Contradictions Catalog of Luke 2:42 for the comprehensive list of verses that contradicts Luke 2:42. Some key contradictions and paradoxes are described below.

According to Luke, when Jesus was twelve, he went on a trip to Jerusalem for a special celebration, just like families would do every year. This showed that Jesus and His family followed important traditions.

Luke 2:42: And when he was twelve years old, they went up to Jerusalem after the custom of the feast.

Contradiction with Exodus 20:12

Luke 2:42 describes Jesus’ obedience in attending the feast, whereas Exodus 20:12 emphasizes honoring parents, even though Jesus' subsequent actions at the temple could be seen as dishonoring by worrying his parents.

Exodus 20:12: Honour thy father and thy mother: that thy days may be long upon the land which the LORD thy God giveth thee.

Contradiction with Proverbs 22:6

Luke 2:42 shows Jesus as already wise and understanding at age twelve, somewhat contradicting the notion of needing training as suggested in Proverbs 22:6, which emphasizes upbringing and guidance.

Proverbs 22:6: Train up a child in the way he should go: and when he is old, he will not depart from it. [Train...: or, Catechise] [in...: Heb. in his way]

Contradiction with Matthew 15:4

This verse aligns more with strict adherence to parental honor, while Luke 2:42 begins the narrative of Jesus’ independence, later resulting in separation from his parents.

Matthew 15:4: For God commanded, saying, Honour thy father and mother: and, He that curseth father or mother, let him die the death.

Contradiction with Colossians 3:20

Here, children are commanded to obey parents in all things, which contrasts with Jesus staying behind in the temple, beyond his parents' knowledge.

Colossians 3:20: Children, obey [your] parents in all things: for this is well pleasing unto the Lord.
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