Contradictions and Paradoxes in Mark 9:3

Check out Contradictions Catalog of Mark 9:3 for the comprehensive list of verses that contradicts Mark 9:3. Some key contradictions and paradoxes are described below.

According to Mark, Jesus's clothes became super bright and shiny, like the whitest snow, whiter than anyone on Earth can make them. This showed something really special and amazing was happening with Jesus.

Mark 9:3: And his raiment became shining, exceeding white as snow; so as no fuller on earth can white them.

Contradiction with 1 Samuel 16:7

Mark 9:3 speaks about outward appearance with Jesus' garments shining, whereas 1 Samuel 16:7 emphasizes the Lord looking at the heart, not the outward appearance.

1 Samuel 16:7: But the LORD said unto Samuel, Look not on his countenance, or on the height of his stature; because I have refused him: for [the LORD seeth] not as man seeth; for man looketh on the outward appearance, but the LORD looketh on the heart. [outward...: Heb. eyes]

Contradiction with James 2:1-4

Mark 9:3 portrays a scenario where appearance holds significance, while James 2:1-4 warns against showing favoritism based on appearance.

James 2:1-4: My brethren, have not the faith of our Lord Jesus Christ, [the Lord] of glory, with respect of persons.

Contradiction with John 7:24

Mark 9:3 highlights a physical transformation, whereas John 7:24 calls for judgment not based on mere appearances but righteous judgment.

John 7:24: Judge not according to the appearance, but judge righteous judgment.
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