Contradictions and Paradoxes in Mark 7:28

Check out Contradictions Catalog of Mark 7:28 for the comprehensive list of verses that contradicts Mark 7:28. Some key contradictions and paradoxes are described below.

According to the author of the book, Mark, Jesus was impressed by the woman's faith and words, so he helped her daughter right away. This shows that Jesus listens and cares, even if we feel different or far from him.

Mark 7:28: And he said unto her, For this saying go thy way; the devil is gone out of thy daughter.

Contradiction with Matthew 15:24

Jesus states He was sent only to the lost sheep of Israel, contradicting the openness to Gentiles suggested by Mark 7:28.

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 10:28

Peter notes it is unlawful for a Jew to associate with or visit a Gentile, which contrasts with the acceptance shown in Mark 7:28.

Acts 10:28: And he said unto them, Ye know how that it is an unlawful thing for a man that is a Jew to keep company, or come unto one of another nation; but God hath shewed me that I should not call any man common or unclean.

Contradiction with Deuteronomy 7:2

God commands Israelites to make no covenant with or show mercy to certain nations, differing from the mercy shown in Mark 7:28.

Deuteronomy 7:2: And when the LORD thy God shall deliver them before thee; thou shalt smite them, [and] utterly destroy them; thou shalt make no covenant with them, nor shew mercy unto them:

Contradiction with John 4:9

The Samaritan woman expresses the Jews’ refusal to associate with Samaritans, which contrasts with the engagement in Mark 7:28.

John 4:9: Then saith the woman of Samaria unto him, How is it that thou, being a Jew, askest drink of me, which am a woman of Samaria? for the Jews have no dealings with the Samaritans.

Paradox #1

The verse "Mark 7:28" mentions a woman's faith and humility. Some might see a contradiction with other parts of the Bible that emphasize salvation or divine favor being more about chosen people or following specific laws rather than just faith or humility. However, this is often reconciled in the broader context of the Bible's teachings on faith and grace.

Paradox #2

The contradiction or conflict could arise from the perception of fairness and equality. In this verse, there seems to be a distinction made between groups of people that might appear inconsistent with the broader message of kindness and equal treatment. This seeming disparity could lead to questions about whether all individuals are valued equally.

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