Contradictions and Paradoxes in Luke 7:43

Check out Contradictions Catalog of Luke 7:43 for the comprehensive list of verses that contradicts Luke 7:43. Some key contradictions and paradoxes are described below.

According to Luke, Jesus is telling a story to Simon about forgiveness. He explains that the person who is forgiven for doing more wrong things will feel even more thankful and happy than someone who is forgiven a little.

Luke 7:43: Simon answered and said, I suppose that [he], to whom he forgave most. And he said unto him, Thou hast rightly judged.

Contradiction with James 2:24

Luke 7:43 highlights forgiveness and understanding, while James 2:24 emphasizes justification by works.

James 2:24: Ye see then how that by works a man is justified, and not by faith only.

Contradiction with Proverbs 11:21

Luke 7:43 suggests forgiveness, but Proverbs 11:21 implies that the wicked will not be unpunished.

Proverbs 11:21: [Though] hand [join] in hand, the wicked shall not be unpunished: but the seed of the righteous shall be delivered.

Contradiction with Galatians 6:7

Luke 7:43 conveys mercy, whereas Galatians 6:7 stresses reaping what one sows.

Galatians 6:7: Be not deceived; God is not mocked: for whatsoever a man soweth, that shall he also reap.

Contradiction with Matthew 6:15

Luke 7:43 deals with forgiveness for understanding, but Matthew 6:15 states forgiveness is conditional.

Matthew 6:15: But if ye forgive not men their trespasses, neither will your Father forgive your trespasses.
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