Contradictions and Paradoxes in Luke 7:18

Check out Contradictions Catalog of Luke 7:18 for the comprehensive list of verses that contradicts Luke 7:18. Some key contradictions and paradoxes are described below.

According to Luke, John's friends told him about everything that was happening with Jesus. They wanted John to know all the amazing things Jesus was doing.

Luke 7:18: And the disciples of John shewed him of all these things.

Contradiction with John 18:20

This verse where Jesus says he spoke openly to the world contradicts the limited scope of the disciples of John reporting only a selection of Jesus' works in Luke 7:18.

John 18:20: Jesus answered him, I spake openly to the world; I ever taught in the synagogue, and in the temple, whither the Jews always resort; and in secret have I said nothing.

Contradiction with John 8:32

Contradicts because the followers of John in Luke 7:18 are still uncertain about Jesus' identity, whereas this verse implies knowing the truth brings certainty and freedom.

John 8:32: And ye shall know the truth, and the truth shall make you free.

Contradiction with Matthew 11:3

It contradicts the implied clarity of Jesus’ identity in Luke 7:18, as John’s disciples question if Jesus is the one to come.

Matthew 11:3: And said unto him, Art thou he that should come, or do we look for another?

Contradiction with Mark 9:32

Contradicts as the disciples don't understand Jesus’ message, while in Luke 7:18, there is no indication of misunderstanding by John's disciples.

Mark 9:32: But they understood not that saying, and were afraid to ask him.

Contradiction with Isaiah 35:5

Contradicts by predicting unequivocal signs which imply clarity, while in Luke 7:18, John’s disciples seem unsure about Jesus’ fulfillment of such prophecies.

Isaiah 35:5: Then the eyes of the blind shall be opened, and the ears of the deaf shall be unstopped.
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