Contradictions and Paradoxes in Mark 10:33

Check out Contradictions Catalog of Mark 10:33 for the comprehensive list of verses that contradicts Mark 10:33. Some key contradictions and paradoxes are described below.

According to Mark, Jesus told His friends that they were going to Jerusalem where some leaders would capture Him, decide He should die, and hand Him over to others who weren't Jewish. He was explaining what would happen to Him soon.

Mark 10:33: [Saying], Behold, we go up to Jerusalem; and the Son of man shall be delivered unto the chief priests, and unto the scribes; and they shall condemn him to death, and shall deliver him to the Gentiles:

Contradiction with Matthew 16:21

This verse foretells the suffering and resurrection of Jesus, potentially creating a contradiction if read as suggesting a different timeline or understanding of events compared to Mark 10:33.

Matthew 16:21: From that time forth began Jesus to shew unto his disciples, how that he must go unto Jerusalem, and suffer many things of the elders and chief priests and scribes, and be killed, and be raised again the third day.

Contradiction with Luke 24:20

This verse describes the actions of the chief priests and rulers, similar to Mark 10:33, yet it's recounted post-resurrection, which could cause chronological confusion when compared to the predictions of Mark 10:33.

Luke 24:20: And how the chief priests and our rulers delivered him to be condemned to death, and have crucified him.

Contradiction with John 18:31

It indicates that the Jews had no legal power to execute anyone, contradicting the suggestion in Mark 10:33 that they would deliver Jesus to be condemned to death.

John 18:31: Then said Pilate unto them, Take ye him, and judge him according to your law. The Jews therefore said unto him, It is not lawful for us to put any man to death:

Contradiction with Matthew 27:1-2

These events happen after the prophecy in Mark 10:33, but the involvement of Pilate and the handover details might differ, which can appear contradictory in how the predictions unfold.

Matthew 27:1-2: When the morning was come, all the chief priests and elders of the people took counsel against Jesus to put him to death:

Contradiction with Luke 23:1

Describes the multitude leading Jesus to Pilate, contrasting with Mark's implication that the chief priests and scribes alone initiate this action, which could create narrative tension.

Luke 23:1: And the whole multitude of them arose, and led him unto Pilate.

Paradox #1

The contradiction in Mark 10:33 could be seen in how it predicts betrayal and suffering for doing good, as Jesus speaks of being handed over to authorities despite teaching love and peace. This may seem inconsistent or conflicting to some who believe good actions should always lead to positive outcomes.

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