Contradictions and Paradoxes in Luke 5:10

Check out Contradictions Catalog of Luke 5:10 for the comprehensive list of verses that contradicts Luke 5:10. Some key contradictions and paradoxes are described below.

According to Luke, Jesus told Simon not to be afraid because from now on he would help bring people to God, just like catching fish. James and John, who worked with Simon, were also part of this promise.

Luke 5:10: And so [was] also James, and John, the sons of Zebedee, which were partners with Simon. And Jesus said unto Simon, Fear not; from henceforth thou shalt catch men.

Contradiction with Matthew 10:34

Luke 5:10 mentions peace and the absence of fear, while Matthew 10:34 speaks of Jesus bringing division rather than peace.

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 James 2:24

Luke 5:10 emphasizes faith as the basis for action, but James 2:24 highlights the necessity of works alongside faith.

James 2:24: Ye see then how that by works a man is justified, and not by faith only.

Contradiction with Hebrews 10:27

Luke 5:10 talks about not fearing, yet Hebrews 10:27 speaks of a fearful expectation of judgment.

Hebrews 10:27: But a certain fearful looking for of judgment and fiery indignation, which shall devour the adversaries.

Contradiction with Matthew 5:19

While Luke 5:10 speaks of following Jesus without fear, Matthew 5:19 warns of breaking commandments leading to being least in the kingdom.

Matthew 5:19: Whosoever therefore shall break one of these least commandments, and shall teach men so, he shall be called the least in the kingdom of heaven: but whosoever shall do and teach [them], the same shall be called great in the kingdom of heaven.

Contradiction with John 16:33

Luke 5:10 reassures not to fear, but John 16:33 acknowledges tribulation in the world.

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 Luke 9:23

Luke 5:10 offers encouragement with Jesus, whereas Luke 9:23 speaks of self-denial and hardship in following him.

Luke 9:23: And he said to [them] all, If any [man] will come after me, let him deny himself, and take up his cross daily, and follow me.

Contradiction with Matthew 25:30

Luke 5:10 encourages not to fear, but Matthew 25:30 describes being cast into outer darkness where there is fear.

Matthew 25:30: And cast ye the unprofitable servant into outer darkness: there shall be weeping and gnashing of teeth.
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