Contradictions and Paradoxes in Luke 8:27

Check out Contradictions Catalog of Luke 8:27 for the comprehensive list of verses that contradicts Luke 8:27. Some key contradictions and paradoxes are described below.

According to Luke, Jesus met a man who had been very sick for a long time because bad spirits were bothering him, making him live by himself in a spooky place where people who have died are put. The man didn't wear any clothes and lived far from everyone because the bad spirits wouldn't let him be with others.

Luke 8:27: And when he went forth to land, there met him out of the city a certain man, which had devils long time, and ware no clothes, neither abode in [any] house, but in the tombs.

Contradiction with Mark 5:2

Contradicts by mentioning "immediately there met him out of the tombs a man with an unclean spirit", differing slightly in the description and order of events from Luke 8:27.

Mark 5:2: And when he was come out of the ship, immediately there met him out of the tombs a man with an unclean spirit,

Contradiction with Matthew 8:28

Mentions there were two possessed men, while Luke 8:27 refers only to one man.

Matthew 8:28: And when he was come to the other side into the country of the Gergesenes, there met him two possessed with devils, coming out of the tombs, exceeding fierce, so that no man might pass by that way.

Paradox #1

The contradiction or conflict could be seen in the way people with mental illness or unclean spirits are treated. In biblical times, such individuals might have been marginalized or feared, reflecting societal attitudes that lack compassion or understanding. Today, there's a greater emphasis on empathy and medical care for mental health issues, which could clash with the past interpretation and treatment.

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