Contradictions and Paradoxes in Luke 5:29

Check out Contradictions Catalog of Luke 5:29 for the comprehensive list of verses that contradicts Luke 5:29. Some key contradictions and paradoxes are described below.

According to Luke, Levi, who is also known as Matthew, threw a big party at his house for Jesus. Many tax collectors and other people came to eat and spend time with them.

Luke 5:29: And Levi made him a great feast in his own house: and there was a great company of publicans and of others that sat down with them.

Contradiction with Proverbs 23:20-21

This verse advises against being among those who indulge in gluttony or drunkenness, contrasting with Luke 5:29 where a feast is hosted and celebrated.

Proverbs 23:20-21: Be not among winebibbers; among riotous eaters of flesh: [of flesh: Heb. of their flesh]

Contradiction with Romans 14:21

Advises believers to abstain from behaviors, like eating and drinking, that might cause others to stumble, while Luke 5:29 describes a setting where a feast is shared with many.

Romans 14:21: [It is] good neither to eat flesh, nor to drink wine, nor [any thing] whereby thy brother stumbleth, or is offended, or is made weak.

Contradiction with 1 Corinthians 5:11

Advises not to associate with believers who are immoral or partake in sinful behaviors, whereas Luke 5:29 depicts a meal involving tax collectors and sinners.

1 Corinthians 5:11: But now I have written unto you not to keep company, if any man that is called a brother be a fornicator, or covetous, or an idolater, or a railer, or a drunkard, or an extortioner; with such an one no not to eat.

Contradiction with Galatians 5:19-21

Lists acts of the flesh, including revelries, that hinder inheriting God's kingdom, which contrasts with the celebratory feast in Luke 5:29.

Galatians 5:19-21: Now the works of the flesh are manifest, which are [these]; Adultery, fornication, uncleanness, lasciviousness,

Contradiction with 2 Corinthians 6:14-15

Encourages separation from unbelievers, opposing the inclusive banquet with tax collectors and sinners described in Luke 5:29.

2 Corinthians 6:14-15: Be ye not unequally yoked together with unbelievers: for what fellowship hath righteousness with unrighteousness? and what communion hath light with darkness?
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