Contradictions and Paradoxes in Mark 4:39

Check out Contradictions Catalog of Mark 4:39 for the comprehensive list of verses that contradicts Mark 4:39. Some key contradictions and paradoxes are described below.

According to Mark, Jesus showed his power by telling the wind and sea to be calm. This means that Jesus can help us when we are scared or in trouble.

Mark 4:39: And he arose, and rebuked the wind, and said unto the sea, Peace, be still. And the wind ceased, and there was a great calm.

Contradiction with 1 Kings 19:11-12

This verse contradicts Mark 4:39 by depicting God's voice not in powerful events like the wind or earthquake but in a still, small voice, contrasting with Jesus commanding the storm with authority.

1 Kings 19:11-12: And he said, Go forth, and stand upon the mount before the LORD. And, behold, the LORD passed by, and a great and strong wind rent the mountains, and brake in pieces the rocks before the LORD; [but] the LORD [was] not in the wind: and after the wind an earthquake; [but] the LORD [was] not in the earthquake:

Contradiction with Jonah 1:4

Jonah attributes the storm to God, while Mark 4:39 shows Jesus calming the storm, suggesting a difference in the source and control over the storm.

Jonah 1:4: But the LORD sent out a great wind into the sea, and there was a mighty tempest in the sea, so that the ship was like to be broken. [sent out: Heb. cast forth] [was like...: Heb. thought to be broken]

Contradiction with Psalm 107:25

This verse states that God commands the stormy winds, indicating His power, while Mark 4:39 shows Jesus exercising similar power, suggesting a differing depiction of divine authority.

Psalm 107:25: For he commandeth, and raiseth the stormy wind, which lifteth up the waves thereof. [raiseth: Heb. maketh to stand]

Contradiction with Job 9:6-7

This passage emphasizes God's control over natural forces with solitary authority, whereas Mark 4:39 presents Jesus exhibiting similar authority, potentially conflicting with the singular depiction in Job.

Job 9:6-7: Which shaketh the earth out of her place, and the pillars thereof tremble.
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