Contradictions and Paradoxes in Revelation 1:7

Check out Contradictions Catalog of Revelation 1:7 for the comprehensive list of verses that contradicts Revelation 1:7. Some key contradictions and paradoxes are described below.

According to John, this means that Jesus will come back from heaven and everyone in the world will see him, even those who hurt him. Many people will be sad because they didn't believe in him, but it will still happen.

Revelation 1:7: Behold, he cometh with clouds; and every eye shall see him, and they [also] which pierced him: and all kindreds of the earth shall wail because of him. Even so, Amen.

Contradiction with 1 Thessalonians 5:2

This verse states that the day of the Lord will come like a thief in the night, implying it will be unexpected, whereas Revelation 1:7 suggests a visible and anticipated event.

1 Thessalonians 5:2: For yourselves know perfectly that the day of the Lord so cometh as a thief in the night.

Contradiction with Matthew 24:36

This verse indicates that no one knows the day or the hour of the second coming, contrasting with Revelation 1:7, which implies a more foreseen and visible event with every eye seeing him.

Matthew 24:36: But of that day and hour knoweth no [man], no, not the angels of heaven, but my Father only.

Contradiction with 2 Peter 3:10

Similar to 1 Thessalonians 5:2, this verse expresses that the day of the Lord will come like a thief, unexpectedly, opposing the explicit visibility described in Revelation 1:7.

2 Peter 3:10: But the day of the Lord will come as a thief in the night; in the which the heavens shall pass away with a great noise, and the elements shall melt with fervent heat, the earth also and the works that are therein shall be burned up.

Contradiction with Matthew 24:44

This verse emphasizes the unexpected nature of the Son of Man's coming, suggesting a contradiction to Revelation 1:7 where the event is universally witnessed.

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

It states that the Son of Man will come at an hour not expected, contrasting with Revelation 1:7's implication of a visible and anticipated arrival.

Luke 12:40: Be ye therefore ready also: for the Son of man cometh at an hour when ye think not.

Paradox #1

Revelation 1:7 suggests that everyone will see a significant event happening, which could raise questions about how this would be possible on a global scale. This might seem inconsistent with earlier texts where such visibility wasn't considered due to geographical and technological limitations. However, interpretations vary, with modern readers often considering the potential for worldwide communication.

Paradox #2

The contradiction could arise from the claim that "every eye will see" an event happening simultaneously, which conflicts with the scientific understanding of how the Earth's curvature and time zones work, making it impossible for everyone on Earth to see something at the exact same moment.

Paradox #3

Revelation 1:7 can be seen as having a moral inconsistency or conflict because it talks about everyone seeing a certain figure and feeling sorrow. Some people might debate how a moment that causes widespread sorrow aligns with a loving and forgiving message, which is a major theme in many religious teachings. This could lead to questions about justice and mercy.

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