Contradictions and Paradoxes in Mark 6:50

Check out Contradictions Catalog of Mark 6:50 for the comprehensive list of verses that contradicts Mark 6:50. Some key contradictions and paradoxes are described below.

According to Mark, when Jesus' friends were scared, he quickly spoke to them and said, "Don't worry, it's me! Don't be afraid." This means Jesus wanted them to feel safe and not scared because he was with them.

Mark 6:50: For they all saw him, and were troubled. And immediately he talked with them, and saith unto them, Be of good cheer: it is I; be not afraid.

Contradiction with Matthew 14:30

While Mark 6:50 emphasizes reassurance with "Be of good cheer: it is I; be not afraid," Matthew 14:30 describes Peter's fear and beginning to sink, highlighting fear rather than comfort.

Matthew 14:30: But when he saw the wind boisterous, he was afraid; and beginning to sink, he cried, saying, Lord, save me. [boisterous: or, strong]

Contradiction with 2 Timothy 1:7

Mark 6:50 suggests not to fear as a directive from Jesus, but 2 Timothy 1:7 states that God has not given a spirit of fear, implying fear should not exist in the first place.

2 Timothy 1:7: For God hath not given us the spirit of fear; but of power, and of love, and of a sound mind.

Contradiction with John 16:33

In Mark 6:50, fear is addressed with immediate reassurance, whereas John 16:33 speaks of tribulation in the world but offers peace in Jesus, implying a more enduring struggle rather than instant relief.

John 16:33: These things I have spoken unto you, that in me ye might have peace. In the world ye shall have tribulation: but be of good cheer; I have overcome the world.
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