Contradiction with Matthew 7:1-2
Luke 6:37 advises against judging, but Matthew 7:1-2 warns that judgment will be reciprocated, not negating judgment entirely.
Matthew 7:1-2: Judge not, that ye be not judged.
Contradiction with 1 Corinthians 5:12-13
Luke 6:37 suggests refraining from judgment, while 1 Corinthians 5:12-13 emphasizes the importance of judging those within the church.
1 Corinthians 5:12-13: For what have I to do to judge them also that are without? do not ye judge them that are within?
Contradiction with Proverbs 31:9
While Luke 6:37 discourages judgment, Proverbs 31:9 encourages speaking up and judging righteously for justice and defense of the poor and needy.
Proverbs 31:9: Open thy mouth, judge righteously, and plead the cause of the poor and needy.
Contradiction with Galatians 6:1
Luke 6:37 advises not judging, but Galatians 6:1 directs believers to restore others caught in sin, implying a need for discernment or judgment.
Galatians 6:1: Brethren, if a man be overtaken in a fault, ye which are spiritual, restore such an one in the spirit of meekness; considering thyself, lest thou also be tempted. [if: or, although]
Contradiction with John 7:24
Luke 6:37 warns against judgment, yet John 7:24 instructs to judge with righteous judgment, indicating a nuanced approach to judgment is necessary.
John 7:24: Judge not according to the appearance, but judge righteous judgment.
Paradox #1
One possible contradiction with the message "do not judge, and you will not be judged" is that it might conflict with the need to make judgments or hold others accountable for harmful actions. People often need to assess situations and behaviors to address wrongdoing or enforce justice, which seems to require some form of judgment.