Contradictions and Paradoxes in Malachi 2:7

Check out Contradictions Catalog of Malachi 2:7 for the comprehensive list of verses that contradicts Malachi 2:7. Some key contradictions and paradoxes are described below.

According to Malachi, priests are special helpers who should know a lot about God's teachings, and people should listen to them because they share important messages from God. They are like God's messengers, helping everyone understand what God wants.

Malachi 2:7: For the priest's lips should keep knowledge, and they should seek the law at his mouth: for he [is] the messenger of the LORD of hosts.

Contradiction with James 3:1

This verse warns that not many should become teachers, while Malachi 2:7 emphasizes the role of priests as knowledgeable teachers.

James 3:1: My brethren, be not many masters, knowing that we shall receive the greater condemnation. [condemnation: or, judgment]

Contradiction with Matthew 23:8

Here, Jesus teaches that all are brethren and discourages exalted titles, while Malachi 2:7 elevates the priest's role as a messenger.

Matthew 23:8: But be not ye called Rabbi: for one is your Master, [even] Christ; and all ye are brethren.
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