Contradictions and Paradoxes in Mark 9:21

Check out Contradictions Catalog of Mark 9:21 for the comprehensive list of verses that contradicts Mark 9:21. Some key contradictions and paradoxes are described below.

According to Mark, Jesus was talking to a father about how long the man's son had been sick. The father replied that his son had been sick since he was a little boy.

Mark 9:21: And he asked his father, How long is it ago since this came unto him? And he said, Of a child.

Contradiction with Proverbs 22:6

Mark 9:21 involves questioning a father about his child's suffering, whereas Proverbs 22:6 emphasizes training a child in the right way without mention of suffering or doubts.

Proverbs 22:6: Train up a child in the way he should go: and when he is old, he will not depart from it. [Train...: or, Catechise] [in...: Heb. in his way]

Contradiction with Matthew 7:7

Mark 9:21 involves seeking understanding through questioning, while Matthew 7:7 encourages that one will receive if they ask without querying duration or background.

Matthew 7:7: Ask, and it shall be given you; seek, and ye shall find; knock, and it shall be opened unto you:

Contradiction with James 1:5

Mark 9:21 questions for understanding the length of suffering, whereas James 1:5 suggests asking God directly for wisdom without hesitation or prior knowledge.

James 1:5: If any of you lack wisdom, let him ask of God, that giveth to all [men] liberally, and upbraideth not; and it shall be given him.
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