Contradictions and Paradoxes in Luke 9:9

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

According to Luke, Herod was curious because he had already killed John the Baptist, but he kept hearing amazing stories about Jesus and really wanted to see Him. He was puzzled and wanted to understand who Jesus was.

Luke 9:9: And Herod said, John have I beheaded: but who is this, of whom I hear such things? And he desired to see him.

Contradiction with Matthew 14:2

Unlike in Luke 9:9, where Herod is uncertain about Jesus' identity, Matthew 14:2 implies Herod is convinced Jesus is John the Baptist resurrected.

Matthew 14:2: And said unto his servants, This is John the Baptist; he is risen from the dead; and therefore mighty works do shew forth themselves in him. [do...: or, are wrought by him]

Contradiction with Mark 6:16

While Luke 9:9 shows Herod's curiosity and his desire to see Jesus, Mark 6:16 presents Herod directly asserting that Jesus is John the Baptist risen from the dead, showing certainty rather than curiosity.

Mark 6:16: But when Herod heard [thereof], he said, It is John, whom I beheaded: he is risen from the dead.

Contradiction with John 7:12

Luke 9:9 expresses Herod's desire to see Jesus, implying curiosity and concern, while John 7:12 illustrates how people were debating Jesus' character, suggesting differing opinions on His identity rather than a singular notion of Him being John the Baptist.

John 7:12: And there was much murmuring among the people concerning him: for some said, He is a good man: others said, Nay; but he deceiveth the people.
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