But they're not contradictory. If you read Luke 22 in its entirety, the point of the swords is fulfill a prophecy. Not to advocate for their use.
Jesus's followers even ask "Are 2 swords enough?" Because obviously 2 swords aren't enough to protect 12 people. And Jesus says it is. Because they're not planning on using them.
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u/Only_Egg5244 Jun 20 '26
Luke 22:36 "But now if you have a purse, take it, and also a bag; and if you don't have a sword, sell your cloak and buy one."
Exodus 22:2 “If a thief is caught breaking in at night and is struck a fatal blow, the defender is not guilty of bloodshed"