Contradictions and Paradoxes in Luke 6:5

Check out Contradictions Catalog of Luke 6:5 for the comprehensive list of verses that contradicts Luke 6:5. Some key contradictions and paradoxes are described below.

According to Luke, Jesus is telling people that he is in charge of the special rest day, called the Sabbath. It means Jesus is a very important leader, even on this day meant for resting and thinking about God.

Luke 6:5: And he said unto them, That the Son of man is Lord also of the sabbath.

Contradiction with Exodus 20:8-10

This passage commands the observance of the Sabbath as a day of rest, implying no one, even the Lord Himself, should work, whereas Luke 6:5 suggests Jesus has authority over the Sabbath.

Exodus 20:8-10: Remember the sabbath day, to keep it holy.

Contradiction with Matthew 12:8

This verse also mentions the Son of man is Lord even of the sabbath day, potentially conflicting with interpretations of Exodus 20:8-10 about resting on the Sabbath.

Matthew 12:8: For the Son of man is Lord even of the sabbath day.

Contradiction with Mark 2:27

States the Sabbath was made for man, and not man for the Sabbath, which can be seen as contradicting stricter interpretations of the Sabbath in the Old Testament, compared to the authority suggested in Luke 6:5.

Mark 2:27: And he said unto them, The sabbath was made for man, and not man for the sabbath:

Paradox #1

Some people might see a contradiction or conflict with Luke 6:5 when comparing it to other parts of the Bible that discuss the observance of the Sabbath. In the Old Testament, there are strict rules about keeping the Sabbath holy by resting. However, in this verse, Jesus asserts His authority over the Sabbath, which could seem contradictory to those strict rules. To some, this suggests a shift from the old laws to the new teachings of Jesus, which might appear inconsistent with earlier scripture.

Paradox #2

Luke 6:5 might present a contradiction or inconsistency if one considers the tension between strict Sabbath observance as commanded in the Old Testament and the concept of prioritizing human need or mercy over strict rules. Some may see a conflict between following religious laws and adapting or reinterpreting those laws based on compassion and human well-being.

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