Contradiction with Proverbs 3:5
This verse advises to trust in the Lord instead of leaning on one's own understanding, which contrasts with the idea in Luke 6:39 of the blind leading the blind, suggesting recognizing one's limitations and seeking divine guidance.
Proverbs 3:5: Trust in the LORD with all thine heart; and lean not unto thine own understanding.
Contradiction with Proverbs 11:14
This verse states that safety is found in the multitude of counselors, which contradicts the idea of a blind leader as mentioned in Luke 6:39, emphasizing the need for guidance from those with insight.
Proverbs 11:14: Where no counsel [is], the people fall: but in the multitude of counsellors [there is] safety.
Contradiction with Matthew 15:14
This verse similarly refers to the blind leading the blind, but it emphasizes the consequence where both fall into a ditch, highlighting the danger and folly, which can be seen as contradicting positive guidance.
Matthew 15:14: Let them alone: they be blind leaders of the blind. And if the blind lead the blind, both shall fall into the ditch.
Contradiction with John 9:41
Jesus suggests that acknowledging blindness leads to accountability, which contrasts the Luke 6:39 depiction of blindly leading without awareness or acknowledgment, proposing awareness as key.
John 9:41: Jesus said unto them, If ye were blind, ye should have no sin: but now ye say, We see; therefore your sin remaineth.
Paradox #1
The contradiction or conflict in this verse might arise when considering situations where guidance is needed. If all people are seen as potentially "blind" (lacking insight or knowledge), then trusting or following any human leader could be problematic. This can lead to a conflict between the need for leadership and the acknowledgment that everyone has limitations and might make mistakes. Thus, discerning who to follow becomes challenging, presenting a moral dilemma.