Contradictions and Paradoxes in Luke 7:5

Check out Contradictions Catalog of Luke 7:5 for the comprehensive list of verses that contradicts Luke 7:5. Some key contradictions and paradoxes are described below.

According to Luke, this verse is about a kind Roman officer who loved the Jewish people and helped them by building a place for them to worship and pray called a synagogue. It shows how he cared for others and wanted to help them be happy and safe.

Luke 7:5: For he loveth our nation, and he hath built us a synagogue.

Contradiction with Matthew 15:24

This verse highlights Jesus' mission to the lost sheep of Israel, which can contrast with the idea of loving and helping a broader nation as expressed in Luke 7:5.

Matthew 15:24: But he answered and said, I am not sent but unto the lost sheep of the house of Israel.

Contradiction with John 4:22

This verse underlines the idea that salvation is of the Jews, which might put at odds the emphasis on a Roman officer loving and aiding the Jewish nation in Luke 7:5.

John 4:22: Ye worship ye know not what: we know what we worship: for salvation is of the Jews.

Contradiction with Acts 10:28

This verse depicts Peter's initial hesitation to associate with non-Jews, which can contrast with the openness in interaction seen in Luke 7:5.

Acts 10:28: And he said unto them, Ye know how that it is an unlawful thing for a man that is a Jew to keep company, or come unto one of another nation; but God hath shewed me that I should not call any man common or unclean.

Contradiction with Mark 7:27

Jesus speaks about the children being fed first, implying a priority over nations, which contrasts with the centurion's love for the Jewish people in Luke 7:5.

Mark 7:27: And she answered and said unto him, Yes, Lord: yet the dogs under the table eat of the children's crumbs.
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