Contradictions and Paradoxes in Luke 7:14

Check out Contradictions Catalog of Luke 7:14 for the comprehensive list of verses that contradicts Luke 7:14. Some key contradictions and paradoxes are described below.

According to Luke, Jesus showed His amazing power by bringing a young man back to life. When Jesus touched the coffin and spoke to the young man, the young man got up because Jesus can do miracles.

Luke 7:14: And he came and touched the bier: and they that bare [him] stood still. And he said, Young man, I say unto thee, Arise. [bier: or, coffin]

Contradiction with 1 Kings 17:22

This verse contradicts Luke 7:14 by implying that the act of raising the dead is accomplished through Elijah's prayer to the LORD, highlighting divine intervention rather than a direct command by an individual.

1 Kings 17:22: And the LORD heard the voice of Elijah; and the soul of the child came into him again, and he revived.

Contradiction with John 11:43-44

The contradiction lies in Jesus using a loud voice to raise Lazarus, differing from the simpler "Arise" command in Luke 7:14, suggesting varied methods of performing miracles.

John 11:43-44: And when he thus had spoken, he cried with a loud voice, Lazarus, come forth.

Contradiction with Mark 5:41

This verse shows Jesus using "Talitha cumi" instead of the direct command "Arise," highlighting differing words used for raising the dead.

Mark 5:41: And he took the damsel by the hand, and said unto her, Talitha cumi; which is, being interpreted, Damsel, I say unto thee, arise.

Contradiction with Matthew 28:6

This verse recounts the resurrection of Jesus by God's power, indicating that resurrection is an act of God rather than through human command.

Matthew 28:6: He is not here: for he is risen, as he said. Come, see the place where the Lord lay.

Contradiction with Acts 9:40

Peter kneels and prays before raising Tabitha, differing from the straightforward command in Luke 7:14, emphasizing the importance of prayer.

Acts 9:40: But Peter put them all forth, and kneeled down, and prayed; and turning [him] to the body said, Tabitha, arise. And she opened her eyes: and when she saw Peter, she sat up.
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