Contradictions and Paradoxes in Mark 4:33

Check out Contradictions Catalog of Mark 4:33 for the comprehensive list of verses that contradicts Mark 4:33. Some key contradictions and paradoxes are described below.

According to Mark, Jesus used simple stories to teach people, making sure they could understand his lessons as best as they could.

Mark 4:33: And with many such parables spake he the word unto them, as they were able to hear [it].

Contradiction with John 16:25

John 16:25 mentions that Jesus spoke in proverbs and would later speak plainly, implying that he did not always use parables, whereas Mark 4:33 emphasizes that Jesus primarily used parables to communicate with the people.

John 16:25: These things have I spoken unto you in proverbs: but the time cometh, when I shall no more speak unto you in proverbs, but I shall shew you plainly of the Father. [proverbs: or, parables]

Contradiction with Matthew 11:25

In Matthew 11:25, Jesus thanks the Father for revealing truths to the simple rather than the wise, suggesting direct revelation to some, contrasting with Mark 4:33's idea that he only spoke to the people in parables.

Matthew 11:25: At that time Jesus answered and said, I thank thee, O Father, Lord of heaven and earth, because thou hast hid these things from the wise and prudent, and hast revealed them unto babes.

Contradiction with John 18:20

Jesus states that he spoke openly to the world and taught in synagogues and the temple, where all Jews come together, suggesting openness in contrast to the implication in Mark 4:33 that he spoke only in parables to the masses.

John 18:20: Jesus answered him, I spake openly to the world; I ever taught in the synagogue, and in the temple, whither the Jews always resort; and in secret have I said nothing.
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