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Is the Bible Truly the Word of God?

For Christianity to be true, the Bible must truly be the word of God. Yet careful study reveals many problems that suggest otherwise. New Testament scholar Bart Ehrman, after years of research, concluded that the Bible is not a divine book and explained his reasoning in his seminar Misquoting Jesus.
(For a full video search YouTube for "Misquoting Jesus in the bible") If salvation on the Day of Judgment depends on following God’s true guidance, then it is essential to test the Bible’s claim to divine origin. Blind faith is not enough when eternal consequences are at stake. A book from God must prove itself through miracles, consistency, and historical reliability. If the Bible cannot withstand honest examination, trusting it as a divine guide is a dangerous risk. Critical study of the Bible is therefore not just academic—it is a spiritual duty for anyone who sincerely seeks salvation. Below are some of these contradictions given by the authors of the Bible:

The Reliability of the Bible?

The scriptures were copied by hand for centuries, and every mistake, addition, or omission by a copyist was carried forward by those who copied after him. This reality was acknowledged as early as the third century by the Alexandrian church father Origen, who admitted that the New Testament manuscripts had already become corrupt in his time. Origen wrote:
“...the differences among the manuscripts [of the Gospels] have become great, either through the negligence of some copyists or through the perverse audacity of others; they either neglect to check over what they have transcribed, or, in the process of checking, they lengthen or shorten, as they please.”
This testimony is also cited by Bruce Metzger, a respected American biblical scholar, as evidence of the long-standing awareness of textual inconsistencies in biblical manuscripts.

The Prophet Jeremiah

The Prophet Jeremiah Foretold the Corruption of the Bible
In Jeremiah 8:8, the prophet issues a striking warning about the manipulation of God’s word:
“How can you say, ‘We are wise, and the law of the LORD is with us’? But behold, the lying pen of the scribes has made it into a lie.”
Jeremiah accused the scribes of altering the scriptures—adding to and removing from the word of God. His ministry spanned the reigns of kings Josiah, Jehoahaz, Jehoiakim, Jehoiachin, and Zedekiah of Judah, roughly between 627 BC and 587 BC. His statement implies that the scriptures written before his time had already been corrupted by dishonest or careless scribes. Timeline Context
Below is a general timeline of the books of the Old Testament that were written before Jeremiah (who prophesied in the late 7th to early 6th century BC):
  • Genesis, Exodus, Leviticus, Numbers, Deuteronomy
    Traditionally dated to 1446–1406 BC, during the wilderness period. Check slide #2 to read more about who author these books.
  • Job
    Possibly the earliest written book, dated as early as 2000–1800 BC or during the time of Moses (1440s BC).
  • Joshua
    Written circa 1400–1370 BC, shortly after the conquest of Canaan.
  • Judges
    Covers events from 1370–1050 BC; likely compiled later, possibly during the early monarchy.
  • Ruth
    Written during 1011–931 BC; events occurred during the period of the Judges.
  • 1 Samuel & 2 Samuel
    Written or compiled between 930–722 BC, reflecting events from the lives of Samuel, Saul, and David.
  • Psalms
    Composed over a long span, roughly 1400–500 BC, by various authors including David, Moses, Asaph, and others.
  • Proverbs
    Primarily attributed to Solomon, written between 950–700 BC, with later additions (e.g., by Hezekiah’s men).
  • Ecclesiastes
    Traditionally dated to around 935 BC, attributed to Solomon late in life.
  • Song of Solomon
    Written during 960–931 BC, likely early in Solomon’s reign.
  • 1 Kings
    Compiled later (~560–540 BC), but includes historical records of Solomon's reign (971–931 BC) and early divided kingdom before Isaiah’s time.
  • 2 Kings
    Compiled later as well, but chapters 1–16 include events before Isaiah (starting around 850 BC).
  • Isaiah
    Core sections written 740–681 BC by the prophet Isaiah; later portions possibly completed during the 6th–5th centuries BC.
Sources
  • ESV Study Bible (Crossway, 2008)
  • NIV Study Bible (Zondervan)
  • Introduction to the Old Testament – Dillard & Longman III
  • The Old Testament – Michael D. Coogan
  • Anchor Yale Bible Dictionary
  • BibleProject Timelines
  • Jewish Virtual Library
According to Jeremiah, all these earlier scriptures were subject to corruption by unfaithful scribes. This may explain the inconsistencies and contradictions found within the Bible itself. One example is the creation story. When comparing Genesis 1:1–2:3 with Genesis 2:4–24, we find two very different accounts of the same event. Why are they so different? The most likely explanation is that they were written by different authors, each with their own theological perspective. I will explore some of these scientific errors and contradictions further in Slide #4 and slide #5. These conflicting accounts strengthen the case that the Bible was written by multiple, unknown human authors and, as Jeremiah warned, was subject to alteration over time. I share this information out of love and concern, so that others may be saved on the Day of Judgment. Summary of Key Evidence Showing Why the Bible Cannot Be the Word of God
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The Bible

A Study of Authorship and Textual Integrity


Jesus emphasizes that his teachings are not based on personal ideas or opinions but come directly from the authority of God the Father who order him what to speak. He also states that God sent him only to his people according to the Gospel of Matthew and John.
John 12:49 (NKJV)
For I have not spoken on My own authority; but the Father who sent Me gave Me a command, what I should say and what I should speak. John 8:40 (NKJV)
But now you seek to kill me, a man who has told you the truth which I heard from God. Abraham did not do this. Matthew 15:24(NKJV)
But He answered and said, “I was not sent except to the lost sheep of the house of Israel.”
God states that Jesus was His chosen prophet:
Matthew 12:18 Here is my servant whom I have chosen, the one I love, in whom I delight; I will put my Spirit on him, and he will proclaim justice to the nations.
Luke affirms in Acts 2:22 that Jesus was a messenger from God, for more detailed study on who is Jesus, check the link Who is Jesus under the  Christianity link in the main menu. However, neither Jesus nor his disciples wrote down what he taught. Instead, these teachings were passed down orally, later to be recorded by unknown authors.

Authorship of the Synoptic Gospels

According to bible scholars, the "Gospel According to Mark" is considered the earliest of the synoptic Gospels. It served as a major source for both "The Gospel According to Matthew" and "The Gospel According to Luke:" Matthew and Luke borrowed heavily from Mark.
In fact, "97% of Mark’s Gospel is duplicated in Matthew; and 88% is found in Luke" (The Synoptic Problem, bible.org).
This raises a key question: If Matthew was truly written by eyewitness disciple of Jesus, why do the author of Matthew rely so heavily on a source (Mark) written by someone who was not and eyewitness disciple of Jesus? The Use of "According To"
The phrase “The Gospel According to [Matthew, Mark, etc.]” appears in early manuscripts like Codex Sinaiticus and Codex Vaticanus (both 4th century), and is preserved in translations such as the KJV and NKJV. However, some modern Bible versions omit the phrase because it implies that the authors are unknown—which they likely were. The phrase “according to” simply attributes the content to a traditional source but does not confirm authorship. For example, “The Gospel According to Matthew” implies that an unknown author wrote the material based on what was known about the teachings of the disciple Matthew. Therefore, “The Gospel According to Matthew” was not written by Matthew himself as Christians have traditionally believed.

Questions of Authorship and Contradictions

If the author of Matthew and the author of Luke were using "The Gospel According to Mark" as their primary source and copied substantial portions from it, why do they contain so many contradictions and inconsistencies? I will explore some of these discrepancies further in the next slides, but even at a glance, a few immediate examples raise serious doubts:
  1. What was Jesus’ Last Words on the Cross?
    • Was it in Aramaic "Eloi, Eloi, lama sabachthani?" as in Mark 15:34
    • Or was it in Greek "Eli, Eli, lama sabachthani?" as in Matthew 27:46
    • Or was it “Father, into thy hands I commit my spirit" as in Luke 23:46
    Point: The logic implies that everyone who witnessed Jesus’ death would have heard the same final words. However, the three Synoptic Gospels—Matthew, Mark, and Luke—each record different last words of Jesus, even though the authors of Matthew and Luke have used Mark as a source. Even John, who does not rely on Mark, provides a different account, stating that Jesus cried out, “It is finished,” as written in John 19:30.
  2. When did the fig tree wither after Jesus cursed it?
    • Was it "the day after" as in Mark 11:12–14, 20–21
    • Was it "immediately" as in Matthew 21:18–20.
    Point: This presents a clear discrepancy in the timing of the event.
  3. The Resurrection Narrative
    • Mark 16:1–8 – Ends abruptly with the women fleeing in fear and telling no one (in the earliest manuscripts).
    • Matthew 28 – Adds an angel’s message, appearances of Jesus, and the “Great Commission.”
    Point: Matthew significantly expands the resurrection story, perhaps to clarify or correct Mark’s abrupt ending.

The Ending of Mark

Another example involves a later, unknown scribe who edited the Gospel of Mark. Uncomfortable with the original ending—which concludes at Mark 16:8 with the women fleeing the tomb in fear and silence—this scribe added extra verses (Mark 16:9–20) to resolve the perceived issue. These added verses are easily identified by examining the oldest Greek manuscripts, such as Codex Sinaiticus and Codex Vaticanus, and by comparing the writing style with the rest of Mark. I explain this further in slide #4. Another example of textual inconsistency can be found in the differing accounts of the crucifixion across Matthew, Mark, and Luke. These inconsistencies further show that the Bible, as we have it today, is a mixture of authentic and altered content and cannot be regarded as the infallible word of God. I will elaborate more on this in slide #5

The Old Testament

The Old Testament was composed over many centuries during ancient Jewish history, long before the time of Jesus. Many of its books are also of unknown authorship:
  1. The first five books—Genesis, Exodus, Leviticus, Numbers, and Deuteronomy—are traditionally attributed to Moses.
    • The many contradictions in Genesis suggest that multiple authors may have contributed to its composition. Examples include the conflicting creation accounts in Genesis 1 and 2, as well as discrepancies regarding the number of languages before the construction of the Tower of Babel. For more examples of these contradictions, see slide #4 and slide #5.
    • However, throughout these books, Moses is referred to in the third person. Why would Moses write about himself this using third person pronoun?
    • In addition, Moses'death and burial is written in Deuteronomy 34:5–8? Could a deceased Moses describe his own passing?
  2. Other books with unknown or debated authorship include:
    Ruth, Ecclesiastes, 1 & 2 Samuel, 1 & 2 Kings, 1 & 2 Chronicles, Esther, Job, Jonah, and Psalms (although many of the Psalms are attributed to David, others are not).
The Bible we have today is based on copies of copies of copies of ancient scrolls. For the first 100 to 200 years, these copies were made by hand—resulting in human errors, omissions, inconsistencies, and deliberate changes. In the next slides, I will share some examples of these textual issues.

Scholarly Perspectives on Biblical Authorship and Integrity

While many believers regard the Bible as divinely inspired and historically reliable, a growing body of respected scholars challenge that view. Their research reveals how the Bible was shaped by human hands—through copying, editing, selective inclusion, and theological bias. Below are key voices in the academic field who have contributed to this critical perspective. Bart D. Ehrman
New Testament scholar, expert in textual criticism Ehrman emphasizes the complexity and unreliability of New Testament transmission:
“What we have are copies of copies of copies of the originals, and these copies differ from one another in so many places that we don’t even know how many differences there are.” — Bart D. Ehrman, Misquoting Jesus: The Story Behind Who Changed the Bible and Why, p. 10
He also questions the claim that the Bible is divinely inspired:
“Far from being divinely inspired, the Bible is full of contradictions, discrepancies, and mistakes.” — Bart D. Ehrman, Jesus Interrupted, p. 5
These statements support the idea that the Bible, as it exists today, reflects centuries of human modification. Elaine Pagels
Historian of religion, authority on early Christianity and Gnostic texts Pagels reveals the ideological battles behind the formation of Christian doctrine:
“What we call Christianity today is just one version of the religion that emerged in the first few centuries, and not necessarily the one that Jesus himself would have recognized.” — Elaine Pagels, The Gnostic Gospels, Introduction
She highlights how the early Church chose to preserve certain texts while suppressing others:
“The winners rewrote history, and the texts of the losers were often destroyed or lost. What survived in the New Testament is a selective memory, not a complete picture.” — Summary of themes in The Gnostic Gospels (1979)
Her work underscores how the diversity of early Christianity was gradually narrowed by ecclesiastical power. John Dominic Crossan
Historian and former priest, co-founder of the Jesus Seminar Crossan focuses on the contradictions among the Gospel accounts and what they reveal about the editing process:
“Actually, the fact that we have four Gospels lies at the very heart of our problem. Because we read particular parables or sayings or stories in several different versions, we can't miss the disagreements among them.” — John Dominic Crossan, Who Is Jesus?, p. 3, 1999
This quote directly supports the argument that the Bible’s accounts are not harmonized, and therefore cannot be treated as uniform or infallible.

Conclusion

These respected scholars—Ehrman, Pagels, and Crossan—offer a consistent message: the Bible is not a single, error-free document handed down from heaven, but rather a complex compilation shaped by human history, politics, theology, and error. When reflecting on the Bible’s authorship and integrity, their work highlights a crucial truth: On the Day of Judgment, God will accept only one true religion. Questioning the Bible’s origins—its inconsistencies, errors, and false prophecies—is not an attack on Christians. On the contrary, it is a sincere call born out of love, with the hope of saving as many as possible from God’s wrath on those who worshipped others besides Him.
I urge you to watch the videos on the last slide, where you'll see a powerful testimony from Bart D. Ehrman and hear former priests explain why they rejected the Bible as the Word of God. Do not be a blind follower—seek the truth with open eyes and an open heart.
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Attempt to fix contradiction

In earlier centuries, when literacy was limited, reading the Bible was typically the role of priests, and audiences accepted what was read without question. Ordinary Christians rarely challenged or scrutinized what their priests told them. At that time, the Bible was transmitted primarily through oral tradition or handwritten manuscripts, making deep comparative study nearly impossible. It was not until the invention of the printing press and the rise of modern scholarship that textual criticism began to develop. Even then, only scholars with access to specific libraries or rare manuscripts could engage in such analysis. Today, with just a few clicks—or even a query to tools like ChatGPT—anyone can compare parallel passages, examine different translations, and explore historical and linguistic contexts. For centuries, both scholars and scribes have noted discrepancies in biblical texts. Over time, attempts were made to address these inconsistencies through editing, harmonization, or reinterpretation. For example, in the case of the ending of the Gospel of Mark, additional verses were added later to resolve concerns about its abrupt conclusion (as explained in more detail below). In other cases, scribes inserted marginal notes or copied what they believed were “corrected” versions. These editorial efforts are visible in ancient manuscripts and are central to the discipline of textual criticism. The key difference today is that many readers no longer approach the Bible solely with devotional intent—they also study it critically, historically, linguistically, and philosophically. With modern tools, it is possible to instantly compare versions, trace textual changes, and better understand how the Bible developed over time. Attempts to “fix” perceived problems in biblical texts—whether related to inconsistencies, errors, or unfulfilled prophecies—have led not only scholars but also some priests and ordinary Christians to question, or even abandon, Christianity altogether.
Below are some examples:

Attempt to fix John 3:13

The phrase “which is in heaven” at the end of John 3:13 appears in the King James Version (KJV), the New King James Version (NKJV), and Erasmus’s 1539 edition, but it is omitted in most modern Bible translations. To illustrate this, here are examples from two newer versions compared with the KJV and NKJV:
John 3:13 (New International Version) No one has ever gone into heaven except the one who came from heaven—the Son of Man. John 3:13 (New Living Translation) No one has ever gone to heaven and returned. But the Son of Man has come down from heaven. John 3:13 (King James Version) “And no man hath ascended up to heaven, but he that came down from heaven, even the Son of man which is in heaven. John 3:13 (New King James Version) No one has ascended to heaven but He who came down from heaven, that is, the Son of Man who is in heaven.
Bible scholars have long pointed out an intriguing issue in John 3:13 verse. In the KJV and NKJV, the phrase “which is in heaven” appears at the end, suggesting that Jesus, while speaking on earth, is also described as being in heaven—raising a significant theological and interpretive question. In contrast, modern translations such as the NIV and NLT omit this phrase entirely. It seems that later translators or editors chose to remove “which is in heaven” to resolve this contradiction or to reflect what they believe to be a more accurate reading. Some might argue that the phrase “which is in heaven” does not appear in Bible versions prior to Erasmus’s 1539 edition. However, this raises a deeper question: What else in modern Bible versions may have been changed, added, or removed? And if so, how can we trust that what we are reading is truly the original text? Which leads to an even more important question:
Is the Bible truly the Word of God?
Then why would God allow it to be altered?
Unless... it was never His Word at all.

The Ending Of Mark Gospel

The Ending of Mark: What Happened and Why It Matters
The Mysterious Ending
Mark 16:8: Trembling and bewildered, the women went out and fled from the tomb. They said nothing to anyone, because they were afraid.
The Problem
This abrupt ending raised big questions for early Christians:
  • If the women told no one, how did the disciples ever find out Jesus had risen?
  • Why no appearances of the resurrected Jesus like in the other Gospels?
Later scribes seemed to recognize the issue and added Mark 16:9–20, which includes appearances of Jesus, instructions to preach, and even snake-handling— clearly designed to “complete” the story and bring it in line with Matthew, Luke, and John. Summary of Scholarly Views who agree Mark ends at 16:8
  • Bart D. Ehrman
    Ehrman argues that Mark 16:9–20 was not original to the Gospel. He points out:
    • It's missing in the earliest and most reliable manuscripts (e.g., Codex Sinaiticus, Codex Vaticanus).
    • Early church fathers like Eusebius and Jerome noted its absence in many manuscripts.
    • It contains non-Markan vocabulary and stylistic differences.
    • Discussed in works such as The Orthodox Corruption of Scripture and Misquoting Jesus.
  • Bruce Metzger
    Metzger also affirms that the longer ending is not original to Mark. He cites:
    • Strong manuscript evidence against its authenticity.
    • Stylistic and linguistic inconsistencies with the rest of Mark.
    • Potential early church motivations to add a more complete resurrection story.
  • James Kelhoffer
    Kelhoffer sees the longer ending as reflecting second-century Christianity. He believes:
    • It was added to resolve the open-ended nature of Mark 16:8.
    • It aligns with later theological developments rather than the earliest gospel traditions.
  • Richard Carrier
    Carrier highlights:
    • Significant linguistic and thematic differences between Mark 16:9–20 and the rest of the Gospel.
    • The longer ending likely intended to harmonize with Matthew, Luke, and John.
  • Peter Rodgers
    Rodgers focuses on the narrative break and inconsistency between verses 16:8 and 16:9:
    • Suggests the longer ending was added by scribes to complete the Gospel.
Why This Matters
If the Gospel of Mark originally ended at verse 16:8—and later verses were added to resolve narrative tension—what does that tell us about how the early church handled Scripture? It raises deeper questions:
  • Were other parts edited to “fix problems”?
  • How can you trust what you're reading?
  • Will you accept to be a blind follower?
    It is considered to be a blind faith to trust human-made text.
  • If the Bible is God’s Word, do you believe He give wrong info?

Was Jehoiachin 8 or 18 When He Became King?

The age of Jehoiachin when he became king is mentioned in 2 Kings 24:8 and 2 Chronicles 36:9—but each gives a different number.
2 Kings 24:8(NKJV) Jehoiachin was eighteen years old when he became king, and he reigned in Jerusalem three months. His mother’s name was Nehushta the daughter of Elnathan of Jerusalem.
This verse states that Jehoiachin was 18 years old, and nearly all modern Bible translations (like the NIV, ESV, NLT) follow this reading.
2 Chronicles 36:9(NKJV) Jehoiachin was eight years old when he became king, and he reigned in Jerusalem three months and ten days. And he did evil in the sight of the LORD.
In contrast, this verse records his age as eight years old. The KJV and NKJV agree with this reading, based on the Hebrew Masoretic Text. Timeline of Composition
  • 2 Kings (including 24:8):
    Likely written during or shortly after the Babylonian exile (6th century BCE).
  • 2 Chronicles (including 36:9):
    Written later, around the 5th century BCE, possibly after the exile.
What Does This Mean?
Since 2 Kings was written earlier, many scholars consider its version to be more historically reliable. It's possible that the Chronicler (or a later scribe) made a copyist error in 2 Chronicles 36:9, writing "eight" instead of "eighteen." Both books were originally written in Hebrew, and any faithful translation should align with the original manuscripts. When we examine 2 Chronicles 36:9 in the Hebrew Bible (Masoretic Text), it clearly states that Jehoiachin was eight years old. The Hebrew phrase used is: שְׁמוֹנֶה שָׁנִים (shmoneh shanim) — which literally means “eight years.”
This is consistent with what the KJV and NKJV record. Attempt to Reconcile the Contradiction
To avoid this contradiction, some modern translations (like the NIV and ESV) have adjusted the text of 2 Chronicles 36:9 to say eighteen years old—bringing it in line with 2 Kings 24:8.
2 Chronicles 36:9 (New International Version): "Jehoiachin was eighteen years old when he became king, and he reigned in Jerusalem three months and ten days. He did evil in the eyes of the LORD."
However, when we consult the Hebrew text—such as from BibleHub or any other Hebrew Bible resource—we find that it still says Jehoiachin was eight years old. Conclusion
Since 2 Chronicles 36:9 in both the King James Version and New King James Version agrees with the original Hebrew text, it raises important questions about the reliability of modern Bible translations that differ in this verse. These versions appear to contradict the Masoretic Text by altering Jehoiachin’s age—despite what is clearly written in Hebrew. If one verse can be changed to harmonize with another, it naturally leads to a bigger question:
  • What else has been changed?
  • And more importantly: How can anyone be sure that what they are reading is accurate and trustworthy?
All of this together strongly suggests that the Bible—as we have it today—is not the flawless Word of God, since a perfect and all-knowing God would not allow contradictions or errors in His revelation. A book that claims divine authorship should not contain inconsistencies or require human corrections.

Was Ahaziah 22 or 42 Years Old When He Became King?

This is another example of a textual contradiction in the Bible, found in 2 Kings 8:26 and 2 Chronicles 22:2. Both passages refer to Ahaziah, king of Judah, but they give different ages for when he became king. The age of Ahaziah when he became king is mentioned in 2 Kings 8:26 and 2 Chronicles 22:2—but each gives a different number.
2 Kings 8:26(NKJV) Ahaziah was twenty-two years old when he became king, and he reigned one year in Jerusalem. His mother’s name was Athaliah the granddaughter of Omri, king of Israel.
This verse states that Ahaziah was 22 years old, and nearly all modern Bible translations (like the New International Version, English Standard Version, New Living Translation) follow this reading.
2 Chronicles 22:2(NKJV) Ahaziah was forty-two years old when he became king, and he reigned one year in Jerusalem. His mother’s name was Athaliah the granddaughter of Omri.
In contrast, this verse states that Ahaziah was 42 years old. The King James Version and New King James Version agree with this reading, based on the Hebrew Masoretic Text. Timeline of Composition
  • The 2 Kings Book (including 2 Kings 8:26):
    Likely written during or shortly after the Babylonian exile (6th century BCE).
  • The 2 Chronicles (including 2 Chronicles 22:2):
    Written later, around the 5th century BCE, possibly after the exile.
What Does This Mean?
Since 2 Kings was written earlier, many scholars consider its version to be more historically reliable. It's possible that the Chronicler (or a later scribe) made a copyist error in 2 Chronicles 22:2, writing "42" instead of "22." Both books were originally written in Hebrew, and any faithful translation should align with the original manuscripts. When we examine 2 Chronicles 22:2 in the Hebrew Bible (Masoretic Text), it clearly states that Ahaziah was 42 years old. The Hebrew phrase used is: אַרְבָּעִים וּשְׁתַּיִם שָׁנָה (arba'im u’shtayim shanah) — which literally means “forty and two years”
This is consistent with what the KJV and NKJV record. Attempt to Reconcile the Contradiction
To avoid this contradiction, some modern translations (like the New International Version, and English Standard Version) have adjusted the text of 2 Chronicles 22:2 to say twenty-two years old—bringing it in line with 2 Kings 8:26.
2 Chronicles 22:2 (New International Version):
Ahaziah was twenty-two years old when he became king, and he reigned in Jerusalem one year. His mother’s name was Athaliah, a granddaughter of Omri.
However, when we consult the Hebrew text—such as from BibleHub or any other Hebrew Bible resource—we find that it still says Ahaziah was forty-two years old. Conclusion
Since 2 Chronicles 22:2 in both the King James Version and New King James Version agrees with the original Hebrew text, it raises important questions about the reliability of modern Bible translations that differ in this verse. These versions appear to contradict the Masoretic Text by altering Ahaziah’s age—despite what is clearly written in Hebrew. If one verse can be changed to harmonize with another, it naturally leads to a bigger question:
  • What else has been changed?
  • And more importantly: How can anyone be sure that what they are reading is accurate and trustworthy?
All of this together strongly suggests that the Bible—as we have it today—is not the flawless Word of God, since a perfect and all-knowing God would not allow contradictions or errors in His revelation. A book that claims divine authorship should not contain inconsistencies or require human corrections.
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Introduction

Many believers hold that the Bible is divinely inspired and therefore free from error. However, when its contents are carefully compared with established scientific knowledge, numerous conflicts emerge. From the description of a flat, immovable Earth (Psalm 104:5; Isaiah 11:12) to the claim that rabbits chew the cud (Leviticus 11:6) or that bats are birds (Leviticus 11:19), the text often reflects the limited understanding of the ancient world rather than timeless divine knowledge. If the Bible truly came directly from an all-knowing God, we would not expect to find statements that contradict observable reality or scientific fact. An omniscient Creator would provide information consistent with the natural world He designed, not the misconceptions of ancient cultures. This tension raises serious questions about whether the Bible is a reliable source of scientific truth—or whether it is instead a collection of writings shaped by human authors and their time-bound perspectives.
Below are some of these scientifically wrong pieces of information given by the authors of the Bible:

Do Grasshoppers Walk on Four or Six Legs?

Did God Give Wrong Information About Grasshoppers?
Leviticus 11:20-23 All flying insects that creep on all fours shall be an abomination to you. Yet these you may eat of every flying insect that creeps on all fours: those which have jointed legs above their feet with which to leap on the earth. These you may eat: the locust after its kind, the destroying locust after its kind, the cricket after its kind, and the grasshopper after its kind. But all other flying insects which have four feet shall be an abomination to you.
The Old Testament lists animals and insects that were considered clean or unclean to eat. In these verses, certain insects “that creep on all fours” are said to be acceptable as food. However, this description does not align with modern entomology, which shows that grasshoppers, locusts, and crickets all have six legs, not four. See the short clip below taken from a longer video about crickets. Focus on the number of legs used when a cricket walks—it directly contradicts what the Bible says.
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This raises a serious question: If the Bible truly came from an all-knowing God who created every creature and knows how they behave, why does it contain information that contradicts observable reality? Such errors serve as evidence that the Bible may not be the inspired word of God. For reference, you can also search YouTube for “Grasshopper Locomotion at a Walk” to see that grasshoppers clearly walk on six legs, not four. Do You Believe God Gave These Wrong Information?

Rabbits or Hares Chew Their Cuds

According to the Old Testament, God gives incorrect information by saying that “rabbits” or “hares” chew the cud.
Deuteronomy 14:7 (NKJV): “Nevertheless, of those that chew the cud or have cloven hooves, you shall not eat, such as these: the camel, the hare, and the rock hyrax; for they chew the cud but do not have cloven hooves; they are unclean for you.” Leviticus 11:6 (NIV): “The rabbit, though it chews the cud, does not have a divided hoof; it is unclean for you.”
Different translations use “rabbits” like (New International Version, American Standard Bible), while others use “hares” like (King James Version, New King James Version, New Living Translation). But the statement is the same: these animals supposedly chew cud. The Problem
Modern zoology shows this is inaccurate. Rabbits and hares are lagomorphs, not ruminants. Ruminants (cows, sheep, deer, etc.) have a multi-chambered stomach. They regurgitate partially digested food (the cud), chew it again, and then swallow it for further digestion. Rabbits and hares, however, have a single-chambered stomach. Instead of chewing cud, they practice coprophagy — eating special soft droppings called cecotropes, which are nutrient-rich and allow them to extract more nutrition. Here is a video showing the rabbit digestive system for reference.
Do You Believe God Gave These Wrong Information?

Wrong Scientific Information About the Earth

According to the Old Testament, God accused with giving scientifically inaccurate information about the Earth. Both the Old Testament and the New Testament contain verses that imply the Earth is the center of the universe, rests on foundations, cannot move, and is a flat surface. Earth Is Immovable, Flat, and Has Foundations
The Earth has 4 corners:
  • Isaiah 11:12 – “He will gather from the four corners of the Earth.”
  • Revelation 7:1 – “Four angels standing at the four corners of the Earth.”
The Earth has ends
  • Isaiah 45:22 – “Turn to me and be saved, all you ends of the earth.”
  • Proverbs 30:4 – “… Who has established all the ends of the earth? …”
  • Job 28:24 – “For he views the ends of the earth and sees everything under the heavens.”
  • Psalm 98:3 – “All the ends of the earth have seen the salvation of our God.”
  • (See also: Job 37:3, Job 38:13, Psalm 67:7.)
The Whole Earth seen from a high location
Issue: This would only be possible if the Earth were flat.
  • Matthew 4:8 – “The devil took him to a very high mountain and showed him all the kingdoms of the world.”
  • Luke 4:5 – “The devil led him up to a high place and showed him in an instant all the kingdoms of the world.”
The Earth Does Not Move
Issue: These verses describe the Earth as immovable and set on foundations, which contradicts modern astronomy. In reality, the Earth rotates on its axis and orbits around the sun.
  • 1 Chronicles 16:30 – “… the world also shall be stable, that it be not moved.”
  • Job 38:4 – “Where were you when I laid the earth’s foundation?”
  • Psalm 104:5 – “He set the earth on its foundations; it can never be moved.”
  • Psalm 93:1 – “… the world also is established, that it cannot be moved.”
  • Psalm 96:10 – “The world also shall be established that it shall not be moved.”
Do You Believe God Gave These Wrong Information?

More Biblical Scientific Errors

Here are some additional scientific errors for you to research and reflect on before accepting the Bible as the word of God. If you continue to claim that the Bible is the inspired word of God, you are essentially attributing incorrect information to the Almighty. This, in effect, could be seen as an insult to God — and according to many beliefs, those who insult Him will be held accountable on the Day of Judgment. Bats Classified as Birds
Fact: Bats are mammals, not birds.
  • Leviticus 11:13,19 – “These are the birds you are to regard as unclean and not eat because they are unclean: the eagle, the vulture, the black vulture … the stork, any kind of heron, the hoopoe and the bat.”
Light Before the Sun
Issue: Light cannot exist as a physical source before the sun was created, since the sun is the natural source of daylight.
  • Genesis 1:3–5 – God created light on the first day.
  • Genesis 1:14–15 – God created the sun on the fourth day.
The Moon as a Light Source
Fact: The moon does not generate its own light; it reflects sunlight.
  • Genesis 1:14–15 – “God made two great lights—the greater light to govern the day and the lesser light to govern the night…”
  • Mark 13:24; Matthew 24:29 – Jesus says, “The sun will be darkened, and the moon will not give its light.”
  • Revelation 21:23 – also describes the moon as giving light.
The Sky as a Solid Dome
Issue: The Bible describes the sky as a physical dome holding back waters above the Earth, reflecting ancient cosmology rather than scientific reality.
  • Genesis 1:6–7 – “Let there be a vault (firmament) between the waters to separate water from water.”
  • Job 37:18 – “Can you join him in spreading out the skies, hard as a mirror of cast bronze?”
Stars Falling to Earth
Issue: Stars are massive celestial bodies, far larger than Earth. It is scientifically impossible for them to fall to Earth.
  • Revelation 6:13 – “The stars of heaven fell unto the earth…”
Tower of Babel: Origin of All Languages
Fact: Modern linguistic and genetic studies show that languages diversified gradually over thousands of years, not instantly at one event.
  • Genesis 11:1–9 – Describes the Tower of Babel as the origin of all human languages.
Rainbow Created After the Flood
Fact: Scientifically, rainbows are a natural result of light refracting through water droplets and have existed since rain and sunlight first existed.
  • Genesis 9:13–16 – “I have set my rainbow in the clouds, and it will be the sign of the covenant between me and the earth.”
The Value of Pi Is 3
Issue: The Bible measurement implies Pi = 30 ÷ 10 = 3. The actual value of Pi is approximately 3.14159.
  • 1 Kings 7:23 – Solomon’s basin was “ten cubits from brim to brim… and a line of thirty cubits measured around it.”
Mustard Seed as the Smallest Seed
Fact: Scientifically, orchid seeds are much smaller.
  • Matthew 13:31–32 – “The kingdom of heaven is like a mustard seed… though it is the smallest of all seeds…”
Dust as the Food of Serpents
Fact: Snakes do not eat dust. They are carnivores, feeding on rodents, birds, and other animals.
  • Genesis 3:14 – “So the LORD God said to the serpent,... You will crawl on your belly and you will eat dust all the days of your life.”
Do You Believe God Gave These Wrong Information?
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Introduction

When the same story is recorded by two different authors but the details do not align, we are left with only two logical possibilities:
  • One account is accurate, while the other contains error.
  • Neither account is accurate, making both unreliable.
This is not a minor issue. If the Bible is truly the inspired, perfect word of God, then it should be free from internal contradictions and factual mistakes. After all, an all-knowing God would not inspire confusion, misreport details, or allow His message to be distorted. Yet when we carefully compare different passages, we find serious discrepancies—sometimes about numbers, sometimes about events, and sometimes about who did what. These are not simply differences in style or perspective; they are direct contradictions that cannot both be true. In the following sections, I will highlight several contradictions found in the Bible. I invite you to examine them carefully and ask yourself:
  • Are these really the words of a perfect, all-knowing God?
  • Or do they reflect the limitations, errors, and confusion of human authors?
The decision is yours. What you believe about these discrepancies will shape how you view the Bible—whether as the flawless word of God or as a human book with very human mistakes.
Below are some of these contradictions given by the authors of the Bible:

Genesis Creation Contradictions

The creation story is told twice in the book of Genesis—first in Genesis 1 and again in Genesis 2. When these two accounts are compared, their differences raise important questions about the internal consistency of the Bible. Far from presenting a unified divine message, the contradictions suggest that multiple human authors recorded conflicting traditions, and as Jeremiah warned, the text was subject to alteration over time. Here are some of the main contradictions between Genesis 1 and Genesis 2:
Order of Creation
  • Genesis 1:1–25 – Creation begins with light, followed by the sky, land, plants, stars, animals, and finally humans (male and female together).
  • Genesis 2:4–25 – Creation begins with man (Adam) formed from dust, followed by plants, animals, and finally woman (Eve) from Adam’s rib.
When was man created in relation to animals?
  • Genesis 1:24–27: Animals created before man.
  • Genesis 2:18–19: Man created before animals.
When Was Light Created?
  • Genesis 1:3–5 – Light is created on the first day, separated from darkness.
  • Genesis 1:14–18 – The sun, moon, and stars (the actual sources of light) are not created until the fourth day.
Issue How can there be light before the sun is created? The sun is traditionally seen as the source of light, yet light exists on Day 1 before the sun is even created. Creation of Animals: From Water or From Ground?
  • Genesis 1:20 – Animals come from water: “Let the waters bring forth abundantly the moving creature that hath life…”
  • Genesis 2:19 – Animals are formed from the ground: “Out of the ground the Lord God formed every beast of the field…”
Creation of Birds: From Water or From Ground?
  • Genesis 1:20–21 – Birds are created from water.
  • Genesis 2:19 – Birds are formed from the ground, alongside other animals.
Creation of Man and Woman
  • Genesis 1:27 – Man and woman are created together, at the same time.
  • Genesis 2:7, 21–22 – Man (Adam) is created first, and woman (Eve) is created later from his rib.
God's Command to Multiply:
  • Genesis 1:28 – After creating both man and woman together, God immediately commands them to “be fruitful and multiply, and fill the earth.” This suggests they were created outside Eden, already tasked with spreading across the earth.
  • Genesis 2:15–25 – Adam is created first, placed in Eden, and only later is Eve created from his rib inside the garden. Multiplication is not mentioned until after their disobedience and removal from Eden.
    • Issue: In Genesis 1, man and woman are created together and commanded to fill the earth right away. In Genesis 2, Adam is alone in Eden first, and only afterward is Eve created — making it impossible for God to have given the “multiply and fill the earth” command at the same time as in Genesis 1.
Creation of Plants
  • Genesis 1:11–12 – Plants are created on the third day, before man and animals.
  • Genesis 2:5–9 – Plants appear only after Adam, since “no man was there to till the ground.”
Order of Animals and Humans
  • Genesis 1:24–25 – Animals are created before humans on the sixth day.
  • Genesis 2:18–19 – Animals are created after Adam, and then brought to him for naming, before Eve is made.
Do You Believe God Gave These Wrong Information?

Numerical Contradictions in the Bible

Numbers in the Bible are often presented as precise records of history, whether they relate to censuses, ages, reigns of kings, or the number of people who died in certain events. However, when we compare parallel accounts in different books, we frequently find that the numbers do not match. These discrepancies cannot be explained by simple copy errors alone, especially since many of them appear in multiple manuscripts and translations. Such contradictions raise serious questions about the reliability of the Bible as a divinely inspired and error-free text. Below are some clear examples where the numbers differ between accounts.

New Testament Contradictions

I will begin with the New Testament number contradictions: The Number of Women at the Tomb
  • Matthew 28:1 – Mary Magdalene and the other Mary went to see the tomb.
  • Mark 16:1 – Mary Magdalene, Mary the mother of James, and Salome went to the tomb.
  • Luke 24:10 – Mary Magdalene, Joanna, Mary the mother of James, and other women went.
  • John 20:1 – Mary Magdalene alone went to the tomb.
Issue: The Gospels differ on whether one woman went alone or several women went together. The Number of Angels at the Tomb
  • Matthew 28:2–5 – One angel appears.
  • Mark 16:5 – One young man (angel) sitting inside.
  • Luke 24:4 – Two men (angels) stood by them.
  • John 20:12 – Two angels sitting inside the tomb.
Issue: Accounts disagree — was there one angel or two? Feeding the Multitudes – Number of People & Leftovers
  • Matthew 14:21; Mark 6:44; Luke 9:14; John 6:10 – Feeding of the 5,000, with twelve baskets left over.
  • Matthew 15:38; Mark 8:9 – Feeding of the 4,000, with seven baskets left over.
Issue: Some claim these are two separate miracles, but the numbers and details raise doubts due to their striking similarity. The Genealogy of Jesus (Number of Generations)
  • Matthew 1:17 – 14 generations from Abraham to David, 14 from David to the exile, and 14 from the exile to Christ.
  • Luke 3:23–38 – Provides a genealogy with a completely different count of ancestors between David and Jesus (over 20 extra names).
Issue: Both genealogies cannot be correct — the number of generations differs drastically. Number of Disciples Jesus Appeared To After Resurrection
  • 1 Corinthians 15:5–6 – Jesus appeared to the Twelve and then to over 500 brothers at once.
  • Luke 24:33–36 – Only eleven disciples were present, since Judas was already dead.
Issue: Paul’s account of “the Twelve” and 500 witnesses does not align with the Gospel reports. Number of Demon-Possessed Men at Gadara
  • Matthew 8:28 – Two demon-possessed men are healed.
  • Mark 5:2 and Luke 8:27 – Only one demon-possessed man is mentioned.
Issue: The Gospel accounts differ on whether there were one or two men.

Old - New Testament Contradictions

Next, we will examine number contradictions found in both the Old and New Testaments: Deaths at Baal-Peor
  • Numbers 25:9 (OT) – 24,000 Israelites died in the plague.
  • 1 Corinthians 10:8 (NT) – 23,000 Israelites died in one day.
Issue: The death toll differs by 1,000 for the same event. Feeding of the Multitudes
  • Exodus 16 (OT) – Daily manna provision for hundreds of thousands of Israelites.
  • Matthew 14:21; Mark 6:44; Luke 9:14; John 6:10 (NT) – 5,000 men (plus women and children) were fed.
Issue: NT numbers are much smaller than OT historical context; scale differs. Deaths at the Battle of Jericho
  • Joshua 6:15–21 (OT) – Complete destruction of Jericho’s inhabitants.
  • Hebrews 11:30 (NT) – Mentions Jericho fell by faith, but no numbers provided.
Issue: OT gives precise numbers; NT omits figures, creating ambiguity.

Old Testament Contradictions

Next, we will examine number contradictions in the Old Testament: How Many Charioteers Did David Capture?
  • 2 Samuel 8:4 – David captured 1,700 horsemen and 20,000 foot soldiers.
  • 1 Chronicles 18:4 – David captured 7,000 horsemen and 20,000 foot soldiers.
Issue: The number of horsemen differs drastically — 1,700 vs. 7,000. How Many Overseers for Solomon’s Work?
  • 1 Kings 9:23 – Solomon had 550 chief officers supervising the people.
  • 2 Chronicles 8:10 – Solomon had 250 chief officers supervising the people.
Issue: The number of overseers is either 550 or 250 — a contradiction of 300 officials. How Old Was Ahaziah When He Began to Reign?
  • 2 Kings 8:26 – Ahaziah was 22 years old when he became king.
  • 2 Chronicles 22:2 – Ahaziah was 42 years old when he became king.
Issue: The same king is recorded as being either 22 or 42 years old when he began his reign. How Many Baths Could the Molten Sea Hold?
  • 1 Kings 7:26 – The Molten Sea held 2,000 baths.
  • 2 Chronicles 4:5 – The Molten Sea held 3,000 baths.
Issue: The same object is said to hold 2,000 or 3,000 baths — a 50% difference. How Old Was Jehoiachin When He Became King?
  • 2 Kings 24:8 – Jehoiachin was 18 years old when he became king.
  • 2 Chronicles 36:9 – Jehoiachin was 8 years old when he began to reign.
Issue: A repeated contradiction — Jehoiachin’s age differs by 10 years depending on the book. The Number of Fighting Men Reported to David
  • 2 Samuel 24:9 – 800,000 men in all Israel who could handle a sword, and 500,000 men of Judah.
  • 1 Chronicles 21:5 – 1,100,000 men in all Israel who could handle a sword, and 470,000 men of Judah.
Issue: Both passages describe the same census, yet the totals differ by hundreds of thousands. The Number of Exiles Returning from Babylon
The “number of exiles returning” recorded in Ezra 2 and Nehemiah 7 generally refers to the first return from Babylonian captivity around 538 BCE, led by Sheshbazzar (Ezra 1:1–11; 2:1–2). Below is a list of all the families whose numbers differ between these two accounts: Number of Sons of Arah:
  • 775 according to Ezra 2:5.
  • 652 according to Nehemiah 7:10.
Number of Sons of Pahath-moab:
  • 2,812 according to Ezra 2:6.
  • 2,818 according to Nehemiah 7:11.
Number of Sons of Zattu:
  • 945 according to Ezra 2:8.
  • 845 according to Nehemiah 7:13.
Number of Sons of Bani:
  • 642 according to Ezra 2:10.
  • 648 according to Nehemiah 7:15.
Number of Sons of Bebai:
  • 623 according to Ezra 2:11.
  • 628 according to Nehemiah 7:16.
Number of Sons of Azgad:
  • 1,222 according to Ezra 2:12.
  • 2,322 according to Nehemiah 7:17.
Number of Sons of Adonikam:
  • 666 according to Ezra 2:13.
  • 667 according to Nehemiah 7:18.
Issue: The same families who returned from Babylonian captivity around 538 BCE, led by Sheshbazzar (Ezra 1:1–11; 2:1–2), are counted differently in Ezra and Nehemiah, showing discrepancies with no consistent totals. How Many Years of Famine?
  • 2 Samuel 24:13 – “…shall seven years of famine come to you in your land?”
  • 1 Chronicles 21:12 – “…three years of famine…”
Issue: The same event is reported with either seven or three years of famine. Solomon’s Stalls for Horses
  • 1 Kings 4:26 – “Solomon had forty thousand (40,000) stalls for horses for his chariots…”
  • 2 Chronicles 9:25 – “Solomon had four thousand (4,000) stalls for horses and chariots…”
Issue: The reported number of Solomon’s stalls differs by 36,000. Age of Ahaziah When He Became King
  • 2 Kings 8:26 – Ahaziah was 22 years old when he became king.
  • 2 Chronicles 22:2 – Ahaziah was 42 years old when he became king.
Issue: A 20-year difference. Worse, his father (Jehoram) died at 40 (2 Chronicles 21:20), making it impossible for Ahaziah to be 42. Length of Jehoiachin’s Reign
  • 2 Kings 24:8 – Jehoiachin reigned three months in Jerusalem.
  • 2 Chronicles 36:9 – Jehoiachin reigned three months and ten days in Jerusalem.
Issue: The length of Jehoiachin’s reign differs between the two accounts — three months versus three months and ten days. Number of Captives Taken to Babylon
  • Jeremiah 52:28–30 – Lists three deportations totaling 8,600 people.
  • 2 Kings 24:14–16 – Mentions over 18,000 people exiled in a single deportation.
Issue: The deportation numbers differ significantly between Jeremiah and Kings. Height of Goliath
  • 1 Samuel 17:4 (Masoretic Text) – Goliath’s height is “six cubits and a span” (~9 ft 9 in).
  • Dead Sea Scrolls (4QSama) & Septuagint – Goliath’s height is “four cubits and a span” (~6 ft 9 in).
Issue: Ancient manuscripts disagree about Goliath’s actual size. Do You Believe God Gave These Wrong Information?

Contradictions in the Crucifixion of Jesus

The crucifixion of Jesus is recorded in all four Gospels—Matthew, Mark, Luke, and John—but each account includes unique details, and there are noticeable discrepancies among them. Below is a list of contradictions found in the different Gospel accounts of Jesus’ crucifixion:
Timing of Crucifixion
  • Mark 15:25 – Jesus was crucified at the third hour (9 a.m.).
  • John 19:14-16 – Jesus was still on trial around the sixth hour (noon).
Issue: The Gospels disagree on the exact time of Jesus’ crucifixion. What was Jesus’ Last Words
  • Matthew 27:46 – “Eli, Eli, lama sabachthani?” (In Greek)
  • Mark 15:34 – “Eloi, Eloi, lama sabachthani?” (In Aramaic)
  • Luke 23:46 – “Father, into thy hands I commit my spirit.”
  • John 19:30 – “It is finished.”
Issue: The Gospels report different last words and languages spoken by Jesus at his death. What Did the Centurion Say at the Cross?
  • Matthew 27:54 – “Truly this was the Son of God.”
  • Mark 15:39 – “Certainly this man was innocent.”
  • Luke 23:47 – “Certainly this was a righteous man.”
Issue: The centurion’s statement about Jesus differs in wording and meaning among the Gospels. Everyone who witnessed the crucifixion would presumably report the same statement, yet the accounts differ, suggesting that none of the Gospel authors were eyewitnesses. This raises an important question: where did they get the information for what they wrote? Signs at the Moment of Jesus’ Death
  • Matthew 27:51-53 – Temple curtain torn, earthquake, rocks split, tombs opened, holy people rose from the dead.
  • Mark, Luke, John – These miraculous signs are not mentioned.
Issue: Only Matthew records these dramatic signs. If they truly occurred, it is puzzling why Mark, Luke, and John do not mention them, especially since Matthew borrowed heavily from Mark. Why are none of these miraculous signs mentioned in Mark? This discrepancy raises questions about whether Matthew added these events for theological emphasis rather than as a historical report. Do You Believe God Gave These Wrong Information?

Mary's Visit to Jesus' Tomb Contradictions

All four Gospels—Matthew, Mark, Luke, and John—record the story of Mary’s visit to Jesus’ tomb after His crucifixion. While they agree that Mary went to the tomb, the details of what happened differ significantly between accounts. These differences create notable contradictions regarding the timing, the angels, the stone, and Mary’s own actions.
Below is a list of these contradictions: Was the Stone Rolled Away Before They Arrived?
  • Yes, the stone was already rolled away when they arrived – John 20:1, Luke 24:2, Mark 16:4
  • No, they saw the angel rolling away the stone when they arrived – Matthew 28:1-2
Where Did the Angel Speak to Mary?
  • Outside the tomb – Matthew 28:2-5
  • Inside the tomb – Mark 16:5, Luke 24:4, John 20:1-2
How Many Angels Did Mary See?
  • One outside the tomb – Matthew 28:2-5
  • One inside the tomb – Mark 16:5
  • Two inside the tomb – Luke 24:4, John 20:12
Did Mary Enter the Tomb?
  • Yes – Matthew 28:1-2, Mark 16:5, Luke 24:3-4
  • No – John 20:1-11 (she runs to tell Peter and the other disciple upon seeing the stone rolled away)
What Did Mary Tell Jesus' Disciples?
  • “Jesus has risen” – Matthew 28:6, Mark 16:6, Luke 24:6
  • “They have taken the Lord out of the tomb, and we don’t know where they have put him!” – John 20:2
Observation: Interestingly, Mark reports that Mary ran away in fear and did not tell anyone about the events she witnessed. Later scribes added the last chapter of Mark (Mark 16:9–20), which includes appearances of the resurrected Jesus, instructions to preach the Gospel, and miraculous signs that accompany believers. These additions address the original ending’s abruptness and Mary’s silence but raise questions about what else might have been added, modified, or omitted in other parts of the text, affecting historical reliability. Issue: These differences in details—including the number of angels, the location of the angel, whether Mary entered the tomb, and what she reported—highlight clear contradictions in the Gospel accounts of the same event. Do You Believe God Gave These Wrong Information?

The Death of Judas Contradictions

The two biblical accounts of Judas’ death—one in Matthew and the other in Acts—present clear contradictions. Some argue that Judas’ body “burst open” after hanging due to falling down, but this explanation is weak. Typically, when a person falls, they land on their feet first, not headlong in a way that would cause the body to burst apart. It seems the author of Acts wanted to emphasize a more gruesome and shameful end for Judas, which directly contradicts Matthew’s version. Below is a list of these contradictions: How Did Judas Die?:
  • Matthew 27:5 – Judas hanged himself.
  • Acts 1:18 – Judas dies by fell headlong, his body burst open and all his intestines spilled out.
Issue: Matthew 27:5 says Judas hanged himself, while Acts 1:18 claims he fell and his body burst open. Did Judas die by hanging or by falling? Some suggest the rope broke and he fell, but this is not stated in the text and is physically implausible. A person falling—whether while running or from a high place as high as a tree—would not normally burst open, especially in the stomach. This contradiction suggests that the authors emphasized different theological points rather than providing a consistent historical account. Who Bought the Field — Judas or the Chief Priests?
  • Matthew 27:5–7 – The chief priests used the money Judas returned to buy the field.
  • Acts 1:18 – Judas himself is said to have purchased the field with the money he received.
Why Was the Field Called the "Field of Blood"?
  • Matthew 27:6–8 – It was named so because it was bought with “blood money.”
  • Acts 1:18–19 – It was named because of Judas’ blood after his gruesome death.
Issue: These accounts cannot be harmonized without forcing explanations. Did Judas hang himself or fall headlong? Did he buy the field or did the priests? Was it called the “Field of Blood” because of money or because of his blood? Such contradictions point to multiple authors with different theological agendas, rather than a single, unified divine account. Do You Believe God Gave These Wrong Information?

Some Biblical Information Contradictions

  1. Jairus' Daughter
    • Matthew 9:18-26: Jairus' daughter died before Jesus arrived in response to Jairus’ pleading.
    • Mark 5:21-43: Jairus' daughter died after Jesus arrived, actually while He was still on the way to Jairus’ house.
  2. Misattributed Prophecy
    • Matthew 27:9: Attributes a prophecy to Jeremiah.
    • Zechariah 11:12–13: The actual passage being quoted.
  3. How many generations from Babylon to Christ?
    • Matthew 1:12–16: Lists 13 generations.
    • Matthew 1:17: Claims there are 14 generations.
  4. Who was Joseph’s father?
    • Matthew 1:16: Jacob was Joseph’s father.
    • Luke 3:23: Heli was Joseph’s father.
  5. The Genealogy of Jesus
    • Matthew 1:1–16: Traces Jesus’ lineage through David’s son Solomon.
    • Luke 3:23–38: Traces Jesus’ lineage through David’s son Nathan.
  6. Did Jesus Show His Feet or His Side?
    • Luke 24:40: Jesus showed His hands and feet.
    • John 20:20: Jesus showed His hands and His side.
  7. When Did Satan Tempt Jesus?
    • Mark 1:13: DURING forty days in the wilderness.
    • Matthew 4:2–3: AFTER forty days in the wilderness.
  8. How Many Blind Men Did Jesus Heal Near Jericho?
    • Matthew 20:29–30: Two blind men were healed.
    • Mark 10:46–52: One blind man named Bartimaeus was healed.
    • Luke 18:35–43: One blind man (unnamed) was healed.
  9. How Many Times Did the Cock Crow Before Peter Denied Jesus?
    • Matthew 26:34: Once.
    • Mark 14:30: Twice.
  10. What Was Written on the Cross?
    • Matthew 27:37: “This is Jesus, King of the Jews.”
    • Mark 15:26: “The King of the Jews.”
    • Luke 23:38: “This is the King of the Jews.”
    • John 19:19: “Jesus of Nazareth, the King of the Jews.”
  11. Did God punish children for their father’s sins?
    • Exodus 20:5: God punishes children for the sins of their fathers.
    • 2 Kings 14:6, Ezekiel 18:20, Deuteronomy 24:16, Jeremiah 31:30: Children will not be punished for their father’s sins.
  12. Does the Widow Have the Choice of Whom to Marry?
    • Deuteronomy 25:5: Levirate law — the widow should marry her husband’s brother.
    • 1 Corinthians 7:39: Paul says a widow is free to marry anyone she wishes, but only "in the Lord."
  13. How Did Saul Die?
    • 1 Samuel 31:4: Saul fell on his own sword and died.
    • 2 Samuel 1:8–10: An Amalekite claims he killed Saul at Saul’s request.
    • 1 Chronicles 10:14: Says Saul died because the LORD killed him.
  14. Who Incited David to Take a Census?
    • 2 Samuel 24:1: The LORD incited David to take a census.
    • 1 Chronicles 21:1: Satan incited David to number Israel.
  15. Is God All-Powerful or Not?
    • Matthew 19:26: With God all things are possible.
    • Judges 1:19: The LORD was not able to drive out certain peoples with iron chariots.
    • Genesis 32:24–30: Jacob wrestled with God and prevailed.
  16. Ages of the Patriarchs
    • Genesis 5 & 11 (Masoretic Text): Patriarchs have children younger, giving a shorter timeline (~2000 years from Adam to Abraham).
    • Genesis 5 & 11 (Septuagint/LXX): Patriarchs generally have children later (+100 years), producing a longer timeline (~3300+ years from Adam to Abraham) and includes an extra ancestor (Cainan).
  17. Who killed Goliath?
    • 2 Samuel 21:19: States Elhanan killed Goliath.
    • 1 Samuel 17: States David killed Goliath.
  18. How old was Saul when he became king, and how long did he reign?
    • 1 Samuel 13:1: “[blank] years old… reigned [blank] and two years.”
    • Acts 13:21: Saul reigned for forty years.
    • Modern translations (like NIV) insert “30 years old.”
  19. How many stalls did Solomon have?
    • 1 Kings 4:26: 40,000 stalls.
    • 2 Chronicles 9:25: 4,000 stalls.
  20. How many people went to Egypt with Jacob?
    • Genesis 46:27: 70 people.
    • Acts 7:14: 75 people.
  21. Did Noah take 2 of every animal, or 7 of some?
    • Genesis 6:19: Noah was to take two of every animal.
    • Genesis 7:2: Noah was to take seven pairs of clean animals and two of unclean animals.
  22. How long was the earth covered by the flood?
    • Genesis 7:17: The flood lasted 40 days.
    • Genesis 7:24: The waters prevailed 150 days.
  23. Did God rest after creating the world?
    • Genesis 2:2: God rested on the seventh day.
    • Isaiah 40:28: God never grows tired or weary.
  24. Did God tempt/test Abraham?
    • Genesis 22:1: God tested Abraham.
    • James 1:13: God tempts no one.
  25. Did God approve human sacrifice?
    • Judges 11:30–39: Jephthah sacrifices his daughter to God as a vow.
    • Jeremiah 7:31: God says He never commanded or desired human sacrifice.
  26. Did Michal have children?
    • 2 Samuel 6:23: Michal had no children until the day of her death.
    • 2 Samuel 21:8: Michal had five sons (some translations say Merab).
Do You Believe God Gave These Wrong Information?
❮ ❯ A prophecy is a statement that foretells what will happen in the future—something only known to the true God. According to the Bible, Jesus made some prophecies that were never fulfilled. However, Muslims believe that Jesus was a great Prophet, and as a true Prophet, he would never make a false prophecy. This serves as further evidence that the Bible is not the fully inspired word of God.
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Jesus and the Jonah Prophecy:


According to the author of Matthew’s Gospel, some scribes and Pharisees asked Jesus for a sign to prove that he was the Messiah (Matthew 12:38). Jesus responded that the only sign he would give was the “sign of the prophet Jonah”:
Matthew 12:39–40 An evil and adulterous generation seeks after a sign, and no sign will be given to it except the sign of the prophet Jonah. For as Jonah was three days and three nights in the belly of the great fish, so will the Son of Man be three days and three nights in the heart of the earth.
The author of Luke reported Jesus explaining that the Law of Moses, the Prophets, and the Psalms foretold his death and resurrection on the third day. FACT: The Old Testament does not contain a clear verse explicitly stating: “The Messiah will die and rise again on the third day.”

The Sign of Jonah


If the “sign of Jonah” is understood literally, Jesus was claiming he would remain in the grave for three full days and three nights, just as Jonah was in the belly of the fish. Yet, when comparing the Gospel accounts, this prophecy appears to present three discrepancies:
  1. Alive or Dead?
    • Jonah was alive in the belly of the fish.
    • Jesus was dead in the tomb.
    This is not the same as Jonah’s situation.
  2. Location of Burial
    • Jonah was inside a fish, beneath the water.
    • Jesus was placed in a rock-hewn tomb above ground.
    This is not the same as Jonah’s situation.
  3. Timeframe
    • Jonah spent three full days and nights in the fish.
    • Jesus was buried before Friday sunset and found missing before Sunday sunrise, which is less than three full days and nights.
    This is not the same as Jonah’s situation.

Examining the Gospel Timeline

  • Jesus was crucified on Friday, the Preparation Day, and died shortly before sunset (Mark 15:42).
  • Mark 15:25 notes he was crucified at the third hour (≈ 9 a.m.).
  • John 19:14–16 says he was still before Pilate at the sixth hour (≈ noon).
  • He was buried before the Sabbath began at sundown.
Some propose a Wednesday crucifixion to fit the “three days and nights” model, but the Gospels clearly indicate a Friday crucifixion:
  • Matthew 27:62 The next day, on the Sabbath, the leading priests and Pharisees went to Pilate.
  • Matthew 28:1 Now after the Sabbath, as it began to dawn toward the first day of the week, Mary Magdalene and the other Mary came to see the tomb.
Here, Sabbath refers to Saturday, and the first day of the week is Sunday. This confirms Jesus was crucified and buried on Friday.

Logical Timeline

Day/Night Event
Friday (Day 1) Crucifixion and burial before sunset
Friday Night (Night 1) Sunset Friday → Sunrise Saturday
Saturday (Day 2) Full day in the tomb
Saturday Night (Night 2) Sunset Saturday → Before sunrise Sunday
Sunday (Day 3?) Tomb found empty (John 20:1)
Even with generous counting:
  • Maximum: 2 nights and 2 days, or 2 nights and 3 partial days
  • Conclusion: It does not equal “three full days and nights.”

Conclusion


Based on a literal reading of the Gospels:
  • Jonah was alive, Jesus was dead.
  • Jonah was in a fish, Jesus in a tomb above ground.
  • Jonah spent three full days and nights, Jesus did not.
Thus, Jesus’ prophecy—if interpreted literally—was not fulfilled in the manner described.
Paul also wrote:
1 Corinthians 15:4 He was buried, and that he was raised on the third day according to the Scriptures.
Yet, there is no explicit Old Testament scripture predicting the Messiah’s death and resurrection on the third day. If taken literally, both Jesus’ prophecy and Paul’s statement appear inconsistent with the Gospel timeline.
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Jesus’ Second Coming Prophecies

br The Gospels record several passages where Jesus spoke of his coming or return. These passages present prophecies that did not occur as stated:
  • Luke 21:32 Truly, I say to you, this generation will not pass away until all has taken place.
  • Matthew 10:23 When they persecute you in one town, flee to the next, for truly, I say to you, you will not have gone through all the towns of Israel before the Son of Man comes.
  • Matthew 16:28 Truly I tell you, there are some standing here who will not taste death before they see the Son of Man coming in his kingdom.
In each of these cases, Jesus’ words set an expectation of fulfillment within the lifetime of his hearers.
So, according to the authors of Luke and Matthew, Jesus’ return is promised and a specific timeframe for his coming is given. Here we find false prophecies and contradiction:
  • Contradiction:
    Yet, the same author of Matthew's Gospel reported Jesus emphasizing that the precise timing of the final day remains unknown—even to Jesus himself:
    Matthew 24:36 But about that day or hour no one knows, not even the angels in heaven, nor the Son, but only the Father.
  • False prophecies:
    All of the people Jesus addressed regarding his return while they were alive have passed away and until now Jesus did not comeback or the Day of judgment happen.

The Question


Does Jesus know or not when the Day of Judgment will occur?

Conclusion


The prophecies about the coming of the Day of Judgment in the Gospels of Luke and Matthew appear inconsistent. On the one hand, Jesus is reported as declaring his return within a specific timeframe (“this generation will not pass away”; “you will not have gone through all the towns of Israel”; “some standing here will not taste death”). On the other hand, he is also reported as confessing ignorance about the timing (“no one knows the day or hour”). Thus, these passages could be seen as unfulfilled prophecies. Some conclude that such contradictions challenge the claim that the Bible is the inerrant word of God.
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