Contradictions and Paradoxes in Luke 6:49

Check out Contradictions Catalog of Luke 6:49 for the comprehensive list of verses that contradicts Luke 6:49. Some key contradictions and paradoxes are described below.

According to Luke, this means if you hear good lessons but don't follow them, it's like building a house without a strong base. When tough times come, the house and your life might fall apart because they aren't strong.

Luke 6:49: But he that heareth, and doeth not, is like a man that without a foundation built an house upon the earth; against which the stream did beat vehemently, and immediately it fell; and the ruin of that house was great.

Contradiction with James 1:22

This verse emphasizes the importance of being doers of the word and not hearers only, highlighting the stability that comes from acting on Jesus' teachings, in contrast to the ruin described in Luke 6:49 for those who hear and do nothing.

James 1:22: But be ye doers of the word, and not hearers only, deceiving your own selves.

Contradiction with Matthew 7:26-27

These verses describe the fall of a house built by someone who hears Jesus' words and does not act on them, directly paralleling the collapse mentioned in Luke 6:49, yet emphasizing the cause as lack of action rather than mere structural failure.

Matthew 7:26-27: And every one that heareth these sayings of mine, and doeth them not, shall be likened unto a foolish man, which built his house upon the sand:

Contradiction with Proverbs 10:25

This verse suggests that the righteous, unlike the house in Luke 6:49, stand firm through adversity, implying stability for those aligned with wisdom and righteousness.

Proverbs 10:25: As the whirlwind passeth, so [is] the wicked no [more]: but the righteous [is] an everlasting foundation.

Contradiction with Ezekiel 13:10-11

These verses describe the inadequacy of building on unsteady foundations, opposing Luke 6:49 by implying that deception, rather than lack of action, leads to destruction.

Ezekiel 13:10-11: Because, even because they have seduced my people, saying, Peace; and [there was] no peace; and one built up a wall, and, lo, others daubed it with untempered [morter]: [a wall: or, a slight wall]

Paradox #1

The moral conflict in this verse could be the idea that someone who hears moral teachings but doesn't follow them is criticized. Some people might see this as conflicting because it implies that just hearing or knowing what is right isn’t enough, and that only actions matter, which can be difficult for those who struggle to act on their beliefs due to various circumstances. The focus on action over belief might seem harsh to some, as it doesn't account for personal struggles or intent.

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