Contradictions and Paradoxes in Mark 9:50

Check out Contradictions Catalog of Mark 9:50 for the comprehensive list of verses that contradicts Mark 9:50. Some key contradictions and paradoxes are described below.

According to Mark, Jesus is saying that salt is important because it makes things tasty, and if it loses its taste, it’s not useful anymore. He wants people to be like good salt by having kindness and bringing peace to each other.

Mark 9:50: Salt [is] good: but if the salt have lost his saltness, wherewith will ye season it? Have salt in yourselves, and have peace one with another.

Contradiction with Proverbs 15:1

A soft answer turneth away wrath: but grievous words stir up anger.

Proverbs 15:1: A soft answer turneth away wrath: but grievous words stir up anger.

Contradiction with Ephesians 4:29

Let no corrupt communication proceed out of your mouth, but that which is good to the use of edifying, that it may minister grace unto the hearers.

Ephesians 4:29: Let no corrupt communication proceed out of your mouth, but that which is good to the use of edifying, that it may minister grace unto the hearers. [to...: or, to edify profitably]

Contradiction with James 3:10

Out of the same mouth proceedeth blessing and cursing. My brethren, these things ought not so to be.

James 3:10: Out of the same mouth proceedeth blessing and cursing. My brethren, these things ought not so to be.

Paradox #1

Mark 9:50 might be seen as having a contradiction or inconsistency with other passages if one interprets it in the context of promoting peace and avoiding conflict at all costs. Some parts of the Bible encourage standing firm for truth, which might sometimes lead to disagreements or conflict. The call to be at peace with each other could be seen as conflicting with passages that emphasize confronting wrong behavior or false teachings. However, many theologians view these teachings as complementary rather than contradictory, emphasizing balance between truth and peace.

Paradox #2

Mark 9:50 has a message about being peaceful and maintaining positive relationships. A potential contradiction could occur if one interprets this verse as being at odds with other parts of the Bible that discuss division or conflict in the name of faith or truth, such as when Jesus mentions bringing division in Luke 12:51. This could create a perceived inconsistency between promoting peace and acknowledging necessary conflict for the sake of following beliefs.

Paradox #3

The potential contradiction in Mark 9:50 could be seen in the call to be "salty," which can be understood as maintaining a strong, distinct character and presence. This might conflict with other teachings that emphasize humility and meekness, as being "salty" might imply a more assertive or confrontational approach. Balancing these different aspects of behavior could create tension in understanding how to live out these teachings.

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