Contradictions and Paradoxes in Revelation 21:20

Check out Contradictions Catalog of Revelation 21:20 for the comprehensive list of verses that contradicts Revelation 21:20. Some key contradictions and paradoxes are described below.

According to John, this verse describes some of the beautiful and colorful stones that are used to build the new city of God, showing just how special and wonderful it is. Christians believe that these gems make the city look amazing and remind them that heaven is a very happy and perfect place.

Revelation 21:20: The fifth, sardonyx; the sixth, sardius; the seventh, chrysolite; the eighth, beryl; the ninth, a topaz; the tenth, a chrysoprasus; the eleventh, a jacinth; the twelfth, an amethyst.

Contradiction with Matthew 5:18

This verse emphasizes the permanence and divine authority of every jot and tittle of the law, whereas Revelation 21:20 lists specific stones without reference to the law.

Matthew 5:18: For verily I say unto you, Till heaven and earth pass, one jot or one tittle shall in no wise pass from the law, till all be fulfilled.

Contradiction with 1 Corinthians 3:11

This verse presents Jesus Christ as the only foundation, whereas Revelation 21:20 describes multiple foundations with the inclusion of gemstones.

1 Corinthians 3:11: For other foundation can no man lay than that is laid, which is Jesus Christ.

Contradiction with Hebrews 11:10

This verse refers to a heavenly city with foundations built by God, potentially contrasting with the specific, physical nature of the foundations described in Revelation 21:20.

Hebrews 11:10: For he looked for a city which hath foundations, whose builder and maker [is] God.

Contradiction with Isaiah 28:16

This verse describes a single, precious cornerstone laid in Zion for a sure foundation, differing from the diverse foundation stones in Revelation 21:20.

Isaiah 28:16: Therefore thus saith the Lord GOD, Behold, I lay in Zion for a foundation a stone, a tried stone, a precious corner [stone], a sure foundation: he that believeth shall not make haste.
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