Contradiction with Matthew 7:1
This verse advises against judging others, while John 7:24 encourages righteous judgment.
Matthew 7:1: Judge not, that ye be not judged.
Contradiction with 1 Samuel 16:7
Emphasizes that God looks at the heart, not outward appearance, yet John 7:24 suggests judging based on righteous standards which might include external observations.
1 Samuel 16:7: But the LORD said unto Samuel, Look not on his countenance, or on the height of his stature; because I have refused him: for [the LORD seeth] not as man seeth; for man looketh on the outward appearance, but the LORD looketh on the heart. [outward...: Heb. eyes]
Contradiction with Luke 6:37
Here, individuals are warned against judging to avoid being judged themselves, contrasting with John 7:24’s instruction to judge righteously.
Luke 6:37: Judge not, and ye shall not be judged: condemn not, and ye shall not be condemned: forgive, and ye shall be forgiven:
Paradox #1
The contradiction or inconsistency of the verse may arise from the tension between judging by appearances versus judging righteously. In life, it's often challenging to balance not judging others harshly based on superficial factors while still making fair and ethical assessments. This can create conflict in situations where external appearances are misleading but seem to require a judgment.