Mark 7:27 Contradictions and Paradoxes

According to Mark, Jesus was showing that His love and help were for everyone, not just a select few. This means that even if someone feels like they're not important, Jesus still has plenty of care and blessings for them.

Contradiction with Matthew 15:24

Jesus states that He was sent only to the lost sheep of Israel, whereas in Mark 7:27, He seems to imply a priority for the children of Israel over others.

Matthew 15:24: But he answered and said, I am not sent but unto the lost sheep of the house of Israel.

Contradiction with Acts 10:34-35

Peter declares that God does not show favoritism and accepts people from every nation, contrasting with the exclusivity implied in Mark 7:27.

Acts 10:34-35: Then Peter opened [his] mouth, and said, Of a truth I perceive that God is no respecter of persons:

Contradiction with Romans 10:12

Paul states there is no distinction between Jew and Greek, opposing the distinction made in Mark 7:27.

Romans 10:12: For there is no difference between the Jew and the Greek: for the same Lord over all is rich unto all that call upon him.

Contradiction with Galatians 3:28

Paul asserts there is neither Jew nor Greek in Christ, contradicting the implied hierarchy in Mark 7:27.

Galatians 3:28: There is neither Jew nor Greek, there is neither bond nor free, there is neither male nor female: for ye are all one in Christ Jesus.

Contradiction with John 3:16

The verse emphasizes God's love for the whole world, contrasting the selective approach in Mark 7:27.

John 3:16: For God so loved the world, that he gave his only begotten Son, that whosoever believeth in him should not perish, but have everlasting life.

Contradiction with Ephesians 2:14-15

Paul explains that Christ has broken down the barrier between Jews and Gentiles, which contrasts with the distinction seen in Mark 7:27.

Ephesians 2:14-15: For he is our peace, who hath made both one, and hath broken down the middle wall of partition [between us];

Paradox #1

Mark 7:27 could be seen as morally inconsistent if viewed from the perspective of equality and compassion. The verse implies a priority or hierarchy in who receives help or blessings, which might conflict with the idea that all people should be treated equally and with kindness regardless of their background or status.