Contradiction with Matthew 12:29
This verse suggests a strong man's house can be entered without first binding the strong man, implying a contradiction in the necessity of binding.
Matthew 12:29: Or else how can one enter into a strong man's house, and spoil his goods, except he first bind the strong man? and then he will spoil his house.
Contradiction with Luke 11:21
It implies that a strong man has full protection and goods are safe, contradicting the need to bind him first.
Luke 11:21: When a strong man armed keepeth his palace, his goods are in peace:
Contradiction with John 19:11
This emphasizes God’s authority over any earthly power, contradicting the notion of having to bind a strong man (earthly force) first to conquer his goods.
John 19:11: Jesus answered, Thou couldest have no power [at all] against me, except it were given thee from above: therefore he that delivered me unto thee hath the greater sin.
Contradiction with Ecclesiastes 9:16
This suggests that wisdom is better than strength, implying a contradiction where wisdom rather than binding might overcome the strong man.
Ecclesiastes 9:16: Then said I, Wisdom [is] better than strength: nevertheless the poor man's wisdom [is] despised, and his words are not heard.
Paradox #1
The contradiction or conflict might arise in interpreting the metaphor about the "strong man" and its implications about spiritual authority and power. Some may see inconsistency between this metaphor and other teachings about peace, redemption, or how Jesus exemplifies overcoming evil. If the metaphor is taken literally, it could conflict with the broader themes of love and nonviolence found elsewhere in the Bible. However, such contradictions usually depend on interpretation.
Paradox #2
Mark 3:27 discusses overcoming a strong opponent by first subduing them. The moral conflict could arise from interpreting this as endorsing violence or force to achieve goals, which contradicts messages of peace and forgiveness found elsewhere in the Bible.