Contradictions and Paradoxes in Luke 8:40

Check out Contradictions Catalog of Luke 8:40 for the comprehensive list of verses that contradicts Luke 8:40. Some key contradictions and paradoxes are described below.

According to Luke, when Jesus came back, all the people were really happy to see him because they had been waiting for him. They were excited because they knew Jesus did amazing things and helped many people.

Luke 8:40: And it came to pass, that, when Jesus was returned, the people [gladly] received him: for they were all waiting for him.

Contradiction with Matthew 13:58

Explains that Jesus did not perform many miracles due to people's lack of faith, contrasting with Luke 8:40 where people were waiting for Jesus with anticipation.

Matthew 13:58: And he did not many mighty works there because of their unbelief.

Contradiction with Mark 6:5-6

States that Jesus could do no mighty work in his hometown due to unbelief, conflicting with the welcoming reception and faith implied in Luke 8:40.

Mark 6:5-6: And he could there do no mighty work, save that he laid his hands upon a few sick folk, and healed [them].

Contradiction with John 4:44

Notes that a prophet has no honor in his own country, which contrasts with the expectation and welcome in Luke 8:40.

John 4:44: For Jesus himself testified, that a prophet hath no honour in his own country.
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