Contradictions and Paradoxes in Luke 5:8

Check out Contradictions Catalog of Luke 5:8 for the comprehensive list of verses that contradicts Luke 5:8. Some key contradictions and paradoxes are described below.

According to Luke, Peter felt very amazed and scared when he saw the miracle Jesus did. He asked Jesus to leave because he felt not good enough to be near Him, as if he had done something wrong.

Luke 5:8: When Simon Peter saw [it], he fell down at Jesus' knees, saying, Depart from me; for I am a sinful man, O Lord.

Contradiction with Genesis 18:23

This verse shows Abraham approaching God with confidence, whereas in Luke 5:8, Peter falls at Jesus's knees in humility and a sense of unworthiness.

Genesis 18:23: And Abraham drew near, and said, Wilt thou also destroy the righteous with the wicked?

Contradiction with Isaiah 6:5

Isaiah also expresses a sense of unworthiness, which mirrors Peter’s reaction rather than contradicts it; the contradiction arises in that Isaiah’s vision leads to cleansing and empowerment.

Isaiah 6:5: Then said I, Woe [is] me! for I am undone; because I [am] a man of unclean lips, and I dwell in the midst of a people of unclean lips: for mine eyes have seen the King, the LORD of hosts. [undone: Heb. cut off]

Contradiction with 1 John 4:18

This verse speaks of perfect love casting out fear, contradicting Peter's initial fearful reaction to Jesus's miracle in Luke 5:8.

1 John 4:18: There is no fear in love; but perfect love casteth out fear: because fear hath torment. He that feareth is not made perfect in love.

Contradiction with Philippians 4:13

This verse expresses confidence and empowerment through Christ, contradictory to Peter’s expression of inadequacy and sinfulness.

Philippians 4:13: I can do all things through Christ which strengtheneth me.

Contradiction with 2 Timothy 1:7

This verse indicates God gives a spirit of power, love, and sound mind, contrasting with Peter’s fearful and overwhelmed response in Luke 5:8.

2 Timothy 1:7: For God hath not given us the spirit of fear; but of power, and of love, and of a sound mind.

Paradox #1

Luke 5:8 features a moment where someone expresses unworthiness and asks someone else to leave because they feel sinful. The moral conflict might arise from the idea that feeling unworthy or sinful might prevent people from seeking help or guidance, suggesting a contradiction between acknowledging one's flaws and being open to support.

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