Contradiction with Matthew 21:12-13
Instead of opposing temple commerce, focuses on ensuring the temple is a house of prayer, indicating a different complaint than just trade.
Matthew 21:12-13: And Jesus went into the temple of God, and cast out all them that sold and bought in the temple, and overthrew the tables of the moneychangers, and the seats of them that sold doves,
Contradiction with Luke 19:45-46
Emphasizes the importance of prayer over trade, suggesting the main issue wasn't the commerce itself but its interference with religious practice.
Luke 19:45-46: And he went into the temple, and began to cast out them that sold therein, and them that bought;
Contradiction with Acts 2:46-47
Describes early Christians spending time in the temple with gladness and simplicity, without condemning any commerce, suggesting a harmonious relationship between trade and worship.
Acts 2:46-47: And they, continuing daily with one accord in the temple, and breaking bread from house to house, did eat their meat with gladness and singleness of heart, [from...: or, at home]
Contradiction with Hebrews 9:1-10
Discusses the old covenant's practices, which included regulated temple offerings, contrasting with the objection to merchandise in John 2:16, implying regulated commerce was acceptable in religious practices.
Hebrews 9:1-10: Then verily the first [covenant] had also ordinances of divine service, and a worldly sanctuary. [ordinances: or, ceremonies]
Paradox #1
This verse presents Jesus driving out merchants from the temple, which may seem contradictory because Jesus is known for promoting love and forgiveness. Some might see it as inconsistent with his teachings about patience and tolerance, as his actions here are forceful and confrontational.