Contradiction with Matthew 16:16
Peter identifies Jesus as the Christ, contradicting the demon's fear in Luke 4:34.
Matthew 16:16: And Simon Peter answered and said, Thou art the Christ, the Son of the living God.
Contradiction with John 6:69
The disciples acknowledge Jesus as the Holy One, unlike the demon's reaction in Luke 4:34.
John 6:69: And we believe and are sure that thou art that Christ, the Son of the living God.
Contradiction with Matthew 16:20
Jesus instructs his disciples not to reveal his identity, contrasting with the demon's public declaration in Luke 4:34.
Matthew 16:20: Then charged he his disciples that they should tell no man that he was Jesus the Christ.
Contradiction with Mark 1:24
The demon in a different account recognizes Jesus similarly, but Jesus rebukes it, showing authority over demons rather than fear.
Mark 1:24: Saying, Let [us] alone; what have we to do with thee, thou Jesus of Nazareth? art thou come to destroy us? I know thee who thou art, the Holy One of God.
Contradiction with James 2:19
Belief in one God is accompanied by fear, aligning with the demon's fear but contradicting Jesus' authority in Luke 4:34.
James 2:19: Thou believest that there is one God; thou doest well: the devils also believe, and tremble.
Paradox #1
The potential contradiction or inconsistency in the context of Luke 4:34 could be related to the idea of Jesus commanding a demon to be silent and come out of a person. Some might see a conflict in why an all-powerful and loving deity would allow evil spirits to exist and possess people in the first place. This can raise questions about the nature of good and evil and the role they play in human experiences. However, interpretations vary widely, and many see this verse as illustrating Jesus’ authority over evil.