Bible Contradictions?

Bible Contradictions

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So-Called Bible 'Contradictions'

Many people have the impression that the Bible is simply an outdated book of fairytales and contradictions. We are told that biblical stories are fine for children, and perhaps they even contain some moral value. “But, surely” says the critic, “such stories cannot be taken seriously in our modern age of science and technology. After all, there are too many Bible contradictions." Or so they say.

Explaining Supposed Contradictions

“How can you believe a book that’s full of contradictions?” If you actively witness for Christ, it won’t take long before you hear these words. Are you prepared to give an answer?

Genesis 1 and 2 Contradictory?

This claim goes that there are two creation accounts: Genesis 1 and 2 give different accounts. In chapter 1, man and woman are created at the same time after the creation of the animals. In chapter 2, the animals are created after people.

Snakes Eat Dust?

Some people try to discredit Genesis by saying snakes don’t eat dust, as Genesis 3:14 claims and that, therefore, the Bible is in error. Do snakes really eat dust like Genesis says?

Articles About Bible Contradictions

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Book Chapter
Do Snakes Really Eat Dust like Genesis Says?

Aug. 10, 2024 from Demolishing Supposed Bible Contradictions: Volume 1
Some people try to discredit Genesis by saying snakes don’t eat dust, as Genesis 3:14 claims and that, therefore, the Bible is in error.
Sodom and Gomorrah: What Was the Primary Sin?

June 30, 2024
While many believe Sodom and Gomorrah were destroyed because of rampant homosexual behavior, others say Sodom and Gomorrah were destroyed because of pride.
Book Chapter
Does Genesis Contradict Itself About the Order of Nations

Sept. 18, 2023 from Demolishing Supposed Bible Contradictions: Volume 1
What do Genesis 10 and 11 say about the origin of nations and people groups?
Book Chapter
Underneath a Solid Sky

Aug. 8, 2023 from Demolishing Supposed Bible Contradictions: Volume 1
Does Genesis 1 teach the sky was solid like some critics claim? What does the original Hebrew say?
Book Chapter
Act Like a Child

June 3, 2023 from Demolishing Supposed Bible Contradictions: Volume 2
Why does the Bible say to be like a child, but then to put away childish things?
Why Do Mark and John’s Gospels Not Mention Jesus Was from Bethlehem?

Dec. 20, 2022
Do Mark and John not mention Jesus was from Bethlehem because he wasn’t?
How Did David Kill Goliath?

Nov. 15, 2022
Did David kill Goliath with a sling and stone or by beheading?
Spurgeon on Genesis 2:17

Feb. 26, 2022
The theological implications of this verse are profound and beyond the scope of this short article. We will briefly list some of them with a short explanation.
Feedback: Does Deuteronomy 23:3 Invalidate Jesus’ Messianic Claim?

Nov. 5, 2021
Some suggest Jesus could not be the Messiah since he descended from a Moabitess and an Ammonite, but the charge fails to understand all of Scripture.
Spirits, Ghosts, and Angels

Oct. 26, 2021
There is no contradiction with Jesus saying he was not a spirit to his disciples. He was not an apparition, whether ghost, phantasm, shade, or any other paranormal entity.
Has Anyone Seen God?

Oct. 8, 2021
Some argue that the Bible contradicts itself on whether a person can see God face-to-face—but all biblical data should be considered in context.
Feedback Article
Proving Virginity: Another Alleged Case of Biblical Misogyny?

Aug. 20, 2021
How Deuteronomy 22:20–21 and related passages do not only condemn women for immoral behavior, but assume a similar standard for men in context with the rest of Scripture.
Did Elijah Write a Letter from Heaven?

June 11, 2021
Did Elijah write a letter to King Jehoram from heaven? And is it possible he personally delivered it?
Genesis 17:17: An Age-Old Question—Too Old to Have Children?

March 26, 2021
Some suggest a biblical contradiction about Abraham’s having a child in old age & his father’s late fertility, but the critique doesn’t consider the context of Genesis.
Does 2 Samuel 12 Support Polygamy?

July 28, 2020
Scripture never established concubines or polygamy as an ordained institution, but it did establish marriage between one man and one woman.
Does Job Contradict James 3:7?

June 2, 2020
Job teaches Behemoth and Leviathan cannot be tamed, while James suggests “every kind of beast and bird . . . has been tamed by mankind.” Does Job 40–41 contradict James 3:7?
Did John the Baptist Know Jesus Was the Messiah?

April 10, 2020
Some have tried to claim a biblical contradiction between John 1 and the parallel passages of Matthew 11 and Luke 7. Did John the Baptist know Jesus was the Messiah?
Does an Eagle Carry Its Young on Its Wings?

Aug. 13, 2019
Deuteronomy 32:11 has become a popular topic for sermons and inspirational social media posts. But has the verse been misunderstood, misapplied, or misused?
Are Paul's Letters Hard or Easy to Understand?

June 11, 2019, p. 20
An alleged contradiction is said to occur between 2 Corinthians 1:13 and 2 Peter 3:16. Is this an irreconcilable contradiction?
Does Luke 16:29–31 Contradict John 11?

June 8, 2019
Does Luke 16:29–31 contradict John 11? Once we dig deeper into the two texts, we will see that this apparent contradiction is not one at all.
Did God Command the Israelites to Sacrifice to Him Before Sinai?

May 28, 2019
It is alleged that Jeremiah 7:22 contradicts Exodus 3:18, 5:3, and 10:25, where there are mentions of sacrifice just before the time of the Exodus.
Was Either Matthew or John Color Blind?

May 25, 2019
An alleged Bible contradiction is claimed for Matthew 27:28 and John 19:2. During Jesus’ trial, he is mentioned as wearing a scarlet or a purple robe.
How Many Times Was Jesus Anointed?

May 14, 2019
One supposed Bible contradiction is that the Gospel accounts seem to indicate that Jesus was anointed before and after the Triumphal Entry.
Book Chapter
How Did Judas Die?

April 19, 2019 from Demolishing Supposed Bible Contradictions: Volume 1
Did Judas Iscariot die by hanging (Matthew 27:5) or did he die by falling and bursting open (Acts 1:18)?