Contradictions and Paradoxes in Mark 5:38

Check out Contradictions Catalog of Mark 5:38 for the comprehensive list of verses that contradicts Mark 5:38. Some key contradictions and paradoxes are described below.

According to Mark, Jesus arrived at the leader’s house and saw everyone crying and making lots of noise because something very sad had happened. They were all very upset because the leader's daughter had died.

Mark 5:38: And he cometh to the house of the ruler of the synagogue, and seeth the tumult, and them that wept and wailed greatly.

Contradiction with Matthew 8:11

This verse describes a joyous gathering, while Mark 5:38 depicts a scene of weeping and tumult.

Matthew 8:11: And I say unto you, That many shall come from the east and west, and shall sit down with Abraham, and Isaac, and Jacob, in the kingdom of heaven.

Contradiction with Ecclesiastes 3:4

This verse states there is a time to weep and a time to laugh, whereas Mark 5:38 only mentions weeping and tumult.

Ecclesiastes 3:4: A time to weep, and a time to laugh; a time to mourn, and a time to dance;

Contradiction with John 11:35

This verse shows Jesus weeping, highlighting empathy, whereas in Mark 5:38, the tumult and weeping contrasts with Jesus' calm approach.

John 11:35: Jesus wept.

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