Contradictions and Paradoxes in Luke 2:50

Check out Contradictions Catalog of Luke 2:50 for the comprehensive list of verses that contradicts Luke 2:50. Some key contradictions and paradoxes are described below.

According to Luke, Jesus' parents didn't understand what Jesus meant when he talked to them. They were confused by his words but kept them in their hearts to think about later.

Luke 2:50: And they understood not the saying which he spake unto them.

Contradiction with Proverbs 3:5

Luke 2:50 shows a lack of understanding by Mary and Joseph, whereas Proverbs urges full trust and reliance on God's wisdom, which implies understanding.

Proverbs 3:5: Trust in the LORD with all thine heart; and lean not unto thine own understanding.

Contradiction with James 1:5

Luke 2:50 demonstrates Mary and Joseph's lack of wisdom, while James states that those who lack wisdom should ask God, who gives generously to all.

James 1:5: If any of you lack wisdom, let him ask of God, that giveth to all [men] liberally, and upbraideth not; and it shall be given him.

Contradiction with John 16:13

This verse suggests believers will be guided into all truth by the Spirit, yet Luke 2:50 shows that Mary and Joseph did not understand Jesus' words.

John 16:13: Howbeit when he, the Spirit of truth, is come, he will guide you into all truth: for he shall not speak of himself; but whatsoever he shall hear, [that] shall he speak: and he will shew you things to come.

Contradiction with Matthew 13:14-15

In this passage, Jesus speaks of people who hear but do not understand, a situation paralleled by Mary and Joseph's reaction in Luke 2:50.

Matthew 13:14-15: And in them is fulfilled the prophecy of Esaias, which saith, By hearing ye shall hear, and shall not understand; and seeing ye shall see, and shall not perceive:

Contradiction with Isaiah 55:8-9

This emphasizes that God's thoughts and ways are higher than human understanding, not necessarily a contradiction but an explanation for the lack of understanding shown in Luke 2:50, yet it highlights the difference in comprehension.

Isaiah 55:8-9: For my thoughts [are] not your thoughts, neither [are] your ways my ways, saith the LORD.
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