Contradictions and Paradoxes in Matthew 10:14

Check out Contradictions Catalog of Matthew 10:14 for the comprehensive list of verses that contradicts Matthew 10:14. Some key contradictions and paradoxes are described below.

According to Matthew, if someone doesn’t want to listen to what you have to say about Jesus, you can leave and not worry about it. It's like shaking off the dust from your shoes and moving on to tell others who might want to hear.

Matthew 10:14: And whosoever shall not receive you, nor hear your words, when ye depart out of that house or city, shake off the dust of your feet.

Contradiction with Matthew 5:39

Matthew 5:39 advises to turn the other cheek, promoting patience and forgiveness, rather than shaking off the dust as a form of rejection in Matthew 10:14.

Matthew 5:39: But I say unto you, That ye resist not evil: but whosoever shall smite thee on thy right cheek, turn to him the other also.

Contradiction with Matthew 18:21-22

These verses emphasize forgiving others repeatedly, contrasting with Matthew 10:14's instruction to leave and reject those who do not welcome or listen.

Matthew 18:21-22: Then came Peter to him, and said, Lord, how oft shall my brother sin against me, and I forgive him? till seven times?

Contradiction with Luke 10:5-6

Here, Jesus instructs to offer peace to a house, suggesting persistence in sharing God's blessings, rather than leaving if unwelcome as in Matthew 10:14.

Luke 10:5-6: And into whatsoever house ye enter, first say, Peace [be] to this house.

Contradiction with James 5:19-20

Encourages believers to help save others who wander from the truth, which contrasts with the directive to shake off the dust and leave in Matthew 10:14.

James 5:19-20: Brethren, if any of you do err from the truth, and one convert him;

Contradiction with Romans 12:17-18

Advises to live peaceably with all, even if they oppose you, which contrasts with the rejection of those who do not receive you in Matthew 10:14.

Romans 12:17-18: Recompense to no man evil for evil. Provide things honest in the sight of all men.

Paradox #1

One possible theological conflict could be the contrast between this verse and the teachings about forgiveness and persistent love found elsewhere in the Bible. Some might see a tension between shaking off dust and the idea of continually showing grace and love to others, even when they reject or oppose you.

Paradox #2

The contradiction in this verse could be the idea of abandoning or giving up on people who do not accept a certain message, conflicting with other teachings about compassion, patience, and perseverance when dealing with others. This can seem at odds with the broader emphasis on unconditional love and forgiveness.

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