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Scripture Analysis

John 8:18

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Contradictions (2)

Questions where the Bible appears to say two different things, with the passages on each side set together.

  • Did Jesus bears witness of himself?

    John 5:31 has Jesus say, "If I bear witness of myself, my witness is not true." John 8:14 and 8:18 have Jesus say, "Though I bear record of myself, yet my record is true" and "I am one that bear witness of myself."

    Critical scholarship: Leans toward reconciliation.

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  • Was Jesus's witness of himself true?

    John 8:14 has Jesus say his record of himself is true. John 5:31 has Jesus say that if he bears witness of himself, his witness is not true.

    Critical scholarship: Leans toward reconciliation.

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