Contradictions and Paradoxes in Mark 11:5

Check out Contradictions Catalog of Mark 11:5 for the comprehensive list of verses that contradicts Mark 11:5. Some key contradictions and paradoxes are described below.

According to Mark, people nearby were curious and asked why others were untying a young donkey. They wanted to know what was happening and why the donkey was being taken.

Mark 11:5: And certain of them that stood there said unto them, What do ye, loosing the colt?

Contradiction with Proverbs 3:5

Trust in the Lord with all thine heart; and lean not unto thine own understanding. This verse emphasizes trust rather than questioning or challenging authority, whereas Mark 11:5 involves questioning actions.

Proverbs 3:5: Trust in the LORD with all thine heart; and lean not unto thine own understanding.

Contradiction with Romans 13:1

Let every soul be subject unto the higher powers. For there is no power but of God: the powers that be are ordained of God. This verse suggests submission to authority, unlike the disciples being questioned in Mark 11:5.

Romans 13:1: Let every soul be subject unto the higher powers. For there is no power but of God: the powers that be are ordained of God. [ordained: or, ordered]

Contradiction with Hebrews 13:17

Obey them that have the rule over you, and submit yourselves: for they watch for your souls, as they that must give account, that they may do it with joy, and not with grief: for that is unprofitable for you. Mark 11:5 involves questioning authority rather than obedience.

Hebrews 13:17: Obey them that have the rule over you, and submit yourselves: for they watch for your souls, as they that must give account, that they may do it with joy, and not with grief: for that [is] unprofitable for you. [have...: or, guide]

Contradiction with John 13:34

A new commandment I give unto you, That ye love one another; as I have loved you, that ye also love one another. This verse promotes love and understanding, which might contrast with questioning the disciples' actions in Mark 11:5.

John 13:34: A new commandment I give unto you, That ye love one another; as I have loved you, that ye also love one another.
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