Contradictions and Paradoxes in Luke 5:16

Check out Contradictions Catalog of Luke 5:16 for the comprehensive list of verses that contradicts Luke 5:16. Some key contradictions and paradoxes are described below.

According to Luke, Jesus sometimes went to quiet, lonely places to talk to God. This helped him feel close to God and get strength and peace.

Luke 5:16: And he withdrew himself into the wilderness, and prayed.

Contradiction with Matthew 6:5

This verse contradicts Luke 5:16 as it advises against public prayer, where Luke 5:16 emphasizes withdrawing to pray, suggesting solitude rather than visibility in prayer.

Matthew 6:5: And when thou prayest, thou shalt not be as the hypocrites [are]: for they love to pray standing in the synagogues and in the corners of the streets, that they may be seen of men. Verily I say unto you, They have their reward.
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