Contradictions and Paradoxes in Luke 9:31

Check out Contradictions Catalog of Luke 9:31 for the comprehensive list of verses that contradicts Luke 9:31. Some key contradictions and paradoxes are described below.

According to Luke, Jesus talked with two important people from long ago, Moses and Elijah, about how he would soon die in Jerusalem. This talk showed how special and important Jesus was in God's plan.

Luke 9:31: Who appeared in glory, and spake of his decease which he should accomplish at Jerusalem.

Contradiction with Matthew 16:28

This verse suggests some will not die before seeing the kingdom, while Luke 9:31 actually describes Moses and Elijah discussing Jesus' departure, specifically His death, which implies the completion of His earthly mission.

Matthew 16:28: Verily I say unto you, There be some standing here, which shall not taste of death, till they see the Son of man coming in his kingdom.

Contradiction with John 12:34

The people express confusion about the idea of the Messiah (Christ) having to die, contradicting the discussion of Jesus’ departure and fulfillment at Jerusalem in Luke 9:31.

John 12:34: The people answered him, We have heard out of the law that Christ abideth for ever: and how sayest thou, The Son of man must be lifted up? who is this Son of man?

Contradiction with 1 Thessalonians 4:17

This verse describes believers being taken up to meet the Lord in the air; it is more futuristic and does not align with the imminent discussion of Christ’s departure in Luke 9:31.

1 Thessalonians 4:17: Then we which are alive [and] remain shall be caught up together with them in the clouds, to meet the Lord in the air: and so shall we ever be with the Lord.

Contradiction with Acts 1:7

Jesus emphasizes the uncertain timing of the kingdom's restoration, whereas Luke 9:31 speaks of a specific event in Jesus’ life and mission that they were discussing.

Acts 1:7: And he said unto them, It is not for you to know the times or the seasons, which the Father hath put in his own power.
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