Contradiction with Matthew 13:33
This verse uses a different metaphor (leaven in bread) for the Kingdom of Heaven, emphasizing transformation rather than size or growth from small beginnings.
Matthew 13:33: Another parable spake he unto them; The kingdom of heaven is like unto leaven, which a woman took, and hid in three measures of meal, till the whole was leavened. [measures: the word in the Greek is a measure containing about a peck and a half, wanting a little more than a pint]
Contradiction with Matthew 11:28-30
These verses focus on rest and light burdens, which contrasts with the growth and expansion theme in Mark 4:32.
Matthew 11:28-30: Come unto me, all [ye] that labour and are heavy laden, and I will give you rest.
Contradiction with Luke 17:20-21
Here, Jesus says the Kingdom of God does not come with observation, which contrasts with the tangible growth described in Mark 4:32.
Luke 17:20-21: And when he was demanded of the Pharisees, when the kingdom of God should come, he answered them and said, The kingdom of God cometh not with observation: [with...: or, with outward shew]
Contradiction with John 18:36
This verse asserts that Jesus' kingdom is not of this world, contrasting with the physical growth imagery in Mark 4:32.
John 18:36: Jesus answered, My kingdom is not of this world: if my kingdom were of this world, then would my servants fight, that I should not be delivered to the Jews: but now is my kingdom not from hence.
Contradiction with James 1:9-10
These verses talk about the rich being made low, contrasting the upward, expansive growth depicted in Mark 4:32.
James 1:9-10: Let the brother of low degree rejoice in that he is exalted: [rejoice: or, glory]
Paradox #1
The contradiction with "Mark 4:32" is about the mustard seed. In the verse, it is described as the smallest of all seeds and grows into one of the largest plants. However, there are seeds smaller than the mustard seed, and mustard plants do not grow into large trees but rather large bushes. This has led to discussions about botanical accuracy.
Paradox #2
The verse describes a mustard seed growing into the largest of all garden plants with big branches. Scientifically, mustard plants don't grow into trees or the largest of all plants; they typically grow as shrubs or small bushes.