Contradictions and Paradoxes in Mark 11:20

Check out Contradictions Catalog of Mark 11:20 for the comprehensive list of verses that contradicts Mark 11:20. Some key contradictions and paradoxes are described below.

According to Mark, Jesus and his friends saw that a fig tree had dried up completely. This shows Jesus' power and teaches about having faith in what he says.

Mark 11:20: And in the morning, as they passed by, they saw the fig tree dried up from the roots.

Contradiction with Proverbs 12:12

Contrary to the withering of the fig tree, this verse states that the root of the righteous will not be moved, emphasizing endurance and fruitfulness.

Proverbs 12:12: The wicked desireth the net of evil [men]: but the root of the righteous yieldeth [fruit]. [the net: or, the fortress]

Contradiction with Jeremiah 17:8

This verse contrasts with the fig tree in Mark 11:20 by describing a tree that remains lush and fruitful, representing prosperity and resilience.

Jeremiah 17:8: For he shall be as a tree planted by the waters, and [that] spreadeth out her roots by the river, and shall not see when heat cometh, but her leaf shall be green; and shall not be careful in the year of drought, neither shall cease from yielding fruit. [drought: or, restraint]

Contradiction with Psalm 1:3

This verse contradicts the withering of the fig tree by portraying a tree that flourishes and yields fruit in its season, symbolizing steadfastness and growth.

Psalm 1:3: And he shall be like a tree planted by the rivers of water, that bringeth forth his fruit in his season; his leaf also shall not wither; and whatsoever he doeth shall prosper. [wither: Heb. fade]
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