Contradiction with Matthew 24:36
This verse states that no one knows the day or hour of Jesus' coming, while Revelation 22:20 anticipates immediate return.
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 3:8
This verse explains God's timing as being different from human perception, contrasting with the imminence implied in Revelation 22:20.
2 Peter 3:8: But, beloved, be not ignorant of this one thing, that one day [is] with the Lord as a thousand years, and a thousand years as one day.
Contradiction with John 14:2-3
Jesus speaks of preparing a place and then returning, which may suggest a process rather than the sudden return implied in Revelation 22:20.
John 14:2-3: In my Father's house are many mansions: if [it were] not [so], I would have told you. I go to prepare a place for you.
Contradiction with Acts 1:7
Jesus says it is not for humans to know the times or seasons set by the Father, contrasting with the sense of urgency in Revelation 22:20.
Acts 1:7: And he said unto them, It is not for you to know the times or the seasons, which the Father hath put in his own power.
Contradiction with 1 Thessalonians 5:2
Describes the day of the Lord coming like a thief in the night, emphasizing unpredictability unlike the anticipation in Revelation 22:20.
1 Thessalonians 5:2: For yourselves know perfectly that the day of the Lord so cometh as a thief in the night.
Contradiction with 2 Thessalonians 2:3
States that certain events must occur before the Lord's return, which contrasts with the notion of 'coming quickly' in Revelation 22:20.
2 Thessalonians 2:3: Let no man deceive you by any means: for [that day shall not come], except there come a falling away first, and that man of sin be revealed, the son of perdition;
Paradox #1
Revelation 22:20 mentions the promise of Jesus' return, which some people see as conflicting with the fact that it has been a long time since the promise was made, and Jesus has not yet returned. This raises questions about the timing and understanding of the prophecy, potentially causing confusion for some believers about its interpretation or fulfillment.
Paradox #2
Many people have questioned the promise of a quick return of Jesus, as mentioned in this verse, considering that nearly 2,000 years have passed without this occurring. This has led to discussions and debates among theologians and believers about the interpretation and timing implied in the text.