Contradictions and Paradoxes in Mark 13:37

Check out Contradictions Catalog of Mark 13:37 for the comprehensive list of verses that contradicts Mark 13:37. Some key contradictions and paradoxes are described below.

According to Mark, Jesus is telling everyone to stay ready and pay attention because important things are coming. He wants his followers to be alert and not miss anything important.

Mark 13:37: And what I say unto you I say unto all, Watch.

Contradiction with 1 Thessalonians 5:2-3

This verse suggests that the day of the Lord will come unexpectedly, as a thief in the night, contradicting the idea of watchfulness in Mark 13:37.

1 Thessalonians 5:2-3: For yourselves know perfectly that the day of the Lord so cometh as a thief in the night.

Contradiction with Matthew 24:44

This verse implies that the Son of Man comes at an hour when no one expects, which could contradict the call to constant watchfulness in Mark 13:37.

Matthew 24:44: Therefore be ye also ready: for in such an hour as ye think not the Son of man cometh.

Contradiction with Luke 12:19

This verse depicts someone intending to relax and not watch or be alert, which contradicts the command to watchfulness in Mark 13:37.

Luke 12:19: And I will say to my soul, Soul, thou hast much goods laid up for many years; take thine ease, eat, drink, [and] be merry.

Contradiction with Revelation 16:15

This verse emphasizes the unexpectedness of the Lord’s coming, like a thief, contrasting with the exhortation to watchfulness in Mark 13:37.

Revelation 16:15: Behold, I come as a thief. Blessed [is] he that watcheth, and keepeth his garments, lest he walk naked, and they see his shame.

Contradiction with Proverbs 27:1

This verse advises not to boast about tomorrow since we don't know what a day may bring forth, which can contradict the preparedness implied in Mark 13:37.

Proverbs 27:1: Boast not thyself of to morrow; for thou knowest not what a day may bring forth. [to...: Heb. to morrow day]
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