Contradictions and Paradoxes in Mark 11:10

Check out Contradictions Catalog of Mark 11:10 for the comprehensive list of verses that contradicts Mark 11:10. Some key contradictions and paradoxes are described below.

According to Mark, people were very happy and excited because they believed Jesus was bringing a special kingdom promised long ago. They shouted "Hosanna," which means they were asking for help and celebrating God’s goodness.

Mark 11:10: Blessed [be] the kingdom of our father David, that cometh in the name of the Lord: Hosanna in the highest.

Contradiction with Jeremiah 17:5

This verse speaks of trusting in man bringing a curse, which contrasts with the "Hosanna" directed towards one perceived as a man in Mark 11:10.

Jeremiah 17:5: Thus saith the LORD; Cursed [be] the man that trusteth in man, and maketh flesh his arm, and whose heart departeth from the LORD.

Contradiction with Matthew 23:39

It suggests that the blessing comes when they see Jesus again, indicating an incomplete blessing, contrasting with the blessing declared in Mark 11:10.

Matthew 23:39: For I say unto you, Ye shall not see me henceforth, till ye shall say, Blessed [is] he that cometh in the name of the Lord.

Contradiction with Luke 9:23

Advises taking up one's cross daily, highlighting a personal struggle that contrasts the celebration and acclaim given in Mark 11:10.

Luke 9:23: And he said to [them] all, If any [man] will come after me, let him deny himself, and take up his cross daily, and follow me.

Contradiction with John 18:36

Jesus claims His kingdom is not of this world, contradicting the worldly kingdom expectations seen in Mark 11:10.

John 18:36: Jesus answered, My kingdom is not of this world: if my kingdom were of this world, then would my servants fight, that I should not be delivered to the Jews: but now is my kingdom not from hence.

Contradiction with 1 Samuel 8:7

God tells Samuel that the people have rejected Him as king, conflicting with the acceptance of a kingly figure in Mark 11:10.

1 Samuel 8:7: And the LORD said unto Samuel, Hearken unto the voice of the people in all that they say unto thee: for they have not rejected thee, but they have rejected me, that I should not reign over them.
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