Contradiction with Matthew 9:8
Suggests that men (not exclusively the Son of Man) were given the power to forgive sins, implying broader authority than Mark 2:10 states.
Matthew 9:8: But when the multitudes saw [it], they marvelled, and glorified God, which had given such power unto men.
Contradiction with Luke 5:21
Indicates a belief that only God can forgive sins, potentially contradicting the authority given to the Son of Man in Mark 2:10.
Luke 5:21: And the scribes and the Pharisees began to reason, saying, Who is this which speaketh blasphemies? Who can forgive sins, but God alone?
Contradiction with John 20:23
Implies that Jesus gave the power to forgive sins to his disciples, which contradicts the exclusive authority implied in Mark 2:10.
John 20:23: Whose soever sins ye remit, they are remitted unto them; [and] whose soever [sins] ye retain, they are retained.
Paradox #1
Mark 2:10 could be seen as problematic if one considers the belief that only God can forgive sins. In this verse, Jesus claims the authority to forgive sins, which some might see as conflicting if they view Jesus purely as a human figure rather than divine. This can create tension with beliefs centered on God's unique role in forgiveness. However, this is resolved in Christian doctrine by understanding Jesus as both fully divine and fully human.
Paradox #2
Some people might see a contradiction in the idea that only one person has the authority to forgive sins. This could conflict with beliefs that everyone can forgive or that forgiveness should not be limited to a specific figure. Others might question the fairness or exclusivity of this power.