Contradiction with Matthew 25:41
This verse speaks of eternal fire prepared for the devil and his angels, suggesting a finality and permanence in contrast to demons seeking not to be sent into the abyss.
Matthew 25:41: Then shall he say also unto them on the left hand, Depart from me, ye cursed, into everlasting fire, prepared for the devil and his angels:
Contradiction with Revelation 20:10
This verse describes the devil being thrown into the lake of fire and brimstone, implying judgment without negotiation, unlike the plea by demons in Luke 8:31.
Revelation 20:10: And the devil that deceived them was cast into the lake of fire and brimstone, where the beast and the false prophet [are], and shall be tormented day and night for ever and ever.
Contradiction with 2 Peter 2:4
Here it mentions God not sparing angels that sinned, casting them down to hell, which contrasts with demons in Luke 8:31 negotiating their placement.
2 Peter 2:4: For if God spared not the angels that sinned, but cast [them] down to hell, and delivered [them] into chains of darkness, to be reserved unto judgment;
Contradiction with Jude 1:6
It discusses angels kept in everlasting chains under darkness, opposing the freedom the demons in Luke 8:31 sought.
Jude 1:6: And the angels which kept not their first estate, but left their own habitation, he hath reserved in everlasting chains under darkness unto the judgment of the great day. [first estate: or, principality]
Paradox #1
Some people see a contradiction between this verse and the idea that demons have no power over Christ. In the verse, the demons seem aware of a place of punishment and fear being sent there. This raises questions about why they would beg Jesus, if they believed or knew his authority in assigning them there. It causes some to wonder about the nature of evil spirits and their limitations in the spiritual realm.
Paradox #2
One possible contradiction in Luke 8:31 could relate to the concept of demons being aware of or having knowledge about their future and the abyss. This might seem inconsistent with other teachings in the Bible that depict God as the ultimate authority and source of knowledge. The awareness or fear from demons about their fate could raise questions about how much power or knowledge is attributed to them versus God.
Paradox #3
The contradiction or conflict in Luke 8:31 could be seen in the idea of evil spirits negotiating or interacting with Jesus. Some people might find it inconsistent that evil beings can make requests or that such a dialogue with Jesus happens, as it could seem to challenge the clear separation between good and evil. This interaction might raise questions about the nature of power and authority in spiritual matters.