Can themes contradict their story?

Yes, they can. Sometimes a story might have a theme that seems at odds with the overall plot. For example, if a story is about a character's journey to find love but the theme is all about the futility of relationships, that's a contradiction. It can happen when the writer is not fully in control of the narrative or is trying to be too clever and ends up sending mixed messages.

Well, when we talk about 'contradict' in a story, it implies that there's a conflict or opposition between different parts. For example, a character's actions might contradict their words, or the plot development could contradict an earlier established rule or expectation.

No. Jesus is seen as the fulfillment of the Old Testament prophecies rather than a contradiction. For example, the Old Testament foretold a Messiah who would come to save the people. Jesus came and his life, death, and resurrection are in line with those prophetic expectations. He brought a new covenant, but it was built upon the foundation of the Old Testament teachings and stories.

Nonfiction novels might contradict themselves when the facts presented are inconsistent or when different viewpoints are presented without proper clarification.

The prequel trilogy novelizations usually don't outright contradict the movies. They might offer different perspectives or fill in some gaps, but the core plot and major events tend to align. Of course, some fans might notice minor inconsistencies, but that's not the norm.

It depends. Sometimes there might be some minor differences, but not necessarily contradictions.

No. Jesus said he came to fulfill the law, not to abolish it. He emphasized the spirit behind the Old Testament laws. For example, the law about not committing adultery was not just about the physical act according to Jesus, but also about the purity of the heart. So he was building on and deepening the understanding of the Old Testament law, not contradicting it.

Yes, there can be. For example, a story about a young artist might have themes of self - discovery and the struggle for recognition. These two themes can coexist and interact throughout the story.

Sure. For instance, a story of a hero's rise but with a theme of power corrupts all, it might not fit well. The story shows one thing while the theme implies another. It could be because the writer was exploring different ideas and didn't tie them together properly.

Absolutely. A story can have multiple themes. For example, it might have themes of love and friendship at the same time, or themes of adventure and self-discovery. These multiple themes often interact and enhance the depth and meaning of the story.