Contradictions and Paradoxes in Mark 9:6

Check out Contradictions Catalog of Mark 9:6 for the comprehensive list of verses that contradicts Mark 9:6. Some key contradictions and paradoxes are described below.

According to Mark, the disciples were very scared and didn't know what to say because they saw something amazing and unexpected. They felt confused and unsure at that moment.

Mark 9:6: For he wist not what to say; for they were sore afraid.

Contradiction with James 1:19

Mark 9:6 describes Peter speaking out of fear and not knowing what to say, while James 1:19 advises being slow to speak, implying thoughtfulness and restraint.

James 1:19: Wherefore, my beloved brethren, let every man be swift to hear, slow to speak, slow to wrath:

Contradiction with Proverbs 17:28

Mark 9:6 shows Peter speaking without understanding, contradicting Proverbs 17:28 which suggests even a fool is considered wise if they remain silent.

Proverbs 17:28: Even a fool, when he holdeth his peace, is counted wise: [and] he that shutteth his lips [is esteemed] a man of understanding.

Contradiction with Proverbs 10:19

Mark 9:6 has Peter speaking without thinking, while Proverbs 10:19 warns that in many words, transgression is not lacking, implying restraint in speech is wise.

Proverbs 10:19: In the multitude of words there wanteth not sin: but he that refraineth his lips [is] wise.

Contradiction with Ecclesiastes 5:2

Mark 9:6 involves Peter speaking impulsively, in contrast to Ecclesiastes 5:2 which advises not to be rash with words, especially before God.

Ecclesiastes 5:2: Be not rash with thy mouth, and let not thine heart be hasty to utter [any] thing before God: for God [is] in heaven, and thou upon earth: therefore let thy words be few. [thing: or, word]
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