Contradiction with Ephesians 6:18
While Luke 6:12 emphasizes Jesus praying alone on a mountain, Ephesians 6:18 encourages believers to pray "always with all prayer and supplication in the Spirit," indicating a communal aspect of prayer rather than solitude.
Ephesians 6:18: Praying always with all prayer and supplication in the Spirit, and watching thereunto with all perseverance and supplication for all saints;
Contradiction with Matthew 6:5
In Luke 6:12, Jesus demonstrates praying in solitude, but Matthew 6:5 warns against public prayer as a form of hypocrisy, which can be seen as a contrast in the manner and purpose of 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.
Contradiction with 1 Thessalonians 5:17
Luke 6:12 describes a specific instance when Jesus spent the whole night in prayer, which could seem unnecessary compared to 1 Thessalonians 5:17 which urges continuous and unceasing prayer rather than prolonged specific sessions.
1 Thessalonians 5:17: Pray without ceasing.
Contradiction with Exodus 14:15
Here, God tells Moses to stop crying out in prayer and to act. This seems to contrast with Luke 6:12 where Jesus invests significant time in prayer before action, showing different responses towards prayer.
Exodus 14:15: And the LORD said unto Moses, Wherefore criest thou unto me? speak unto the children of Israel, that they go forward:
Contradiction with Matthew 26:40-41
The contradiction arises that, although Jesus prays alone in Luke 6:12, in Matthew 26:40-41 he encourages his disciples to watch and pray with him, showing that communal prayer is sometimes encouraged.
Matthew 26:40-41: Watch and pray, that ye enter not into temptation: the spirit indeed [is] willing, but the flesh [is] weak.
Contradiction with Isaiah 65:24
In Luke 6:12, Jesus spends an extended time in prayer, whereas Isaiah 65:24 suggests God answers before one calls, implying less of a need for lengthy prayer.
Isaiah 65:24: And it shall come to pass, that before they call, I will answer; and while they are yet speaking, I will hear.
Contradiction with 1 Samuel 1:13-15
Hannah prays silently and is misunderstood, suggesting silent prayer, whereas Luke 6:12 indicates Jesus prayed openly enough for it to be noted.
1 Samuel 1:13-15: Now Hannah, she spake in her heart; only her lips moved, but her voice was not heard: therefore Eli thought she had been drunken.