Contradiction with 1 Thessalonians 5:2-3
These verses describe the Lord's coming as a surprise, while Matthew 24:37 compares it to the days of Noah, suggesting signs would be present.
1 Thessalonians 5:2-3: For yourselves know perfectly that the day of the Lord so cometh as a thief in the night.
Contradiction with Matthew 24:44
This verse advises to be ready because the Son of Man will come at an unexpected hour, possibly contradicting the implication of awareness in the days of Noah from Matthew 24:37.
Matthew 24:44: Therefore be ye also ready: for in such an hour as ye think not the Son of man cometh.
Contradiction with Luke 12:40
This verse conveys the unexpected timing of the Son of Man's coming, which could contradict the idea that awareness and signs were present in Noah's days as implied by Matthew 24:37.
Luke 12:40: Be ye therefore ready also: for the Son of man cometh at an hour when ye think not.
Paradox #1
Some people see a historical inconsistency in the comparison made to events in ancient times, as the historical details and timing of those events are not fully known or verifiable outside of religious texts. This can lead to debates about how these events relate to historical evidence or timelines.