Contradictions and Paradoxes in Matthew 11:1

Check out Contradictions Catalog of Matthew 11:1 for the comprehensive list of verses that contradicts Matthew 11:1. Some key contradictions and paradoxes are described below.

According to Matthew, after Jesus finished giving instructions to his twelve helpers, he traveled to different towns to teach people about God and share messages with them.

Matthew 11:1: And it came to pass, when Jesus had made an end of commanding his twelve disciples, he departed thence to teach and to preach in their cities.

Contradiction with Mark 1:35

This verse emphasizes Jesus praying early in a solitary place, which contrasts with the public focus of Jesus' ministry in Matthew 11:1.

Mark 1:35: And in the morning, rising up a great while before day, he went out, and departed into a solitary place, and there prayed.

Contradiction with Luke 5:16

States that Jesus often withdrew to lonely places and prayed, which can seem contradictory to the continual teaching and ministering in public places described in Matthew 11:1.

Luke 5:16: And he withdrew himself into the wilderness, and prayed.

Contradiction with John 18:36

Jesus declares His kingdom is not of this world, differing from the earthly ministry activity of teaching and preaching mentioned in Matthew 11:1.

John 18:36: Jesus answered, My kingdom is not of this world: if my kingdom were of this world, then would my servants fight, that I should not be delivered to the Jews: but now is my kingdom not from hence.

Contradiction with Matthew 5:17

States Jesus came to fulfill the law, which can seem in contradiction to the concept of ending his instructive missions, as it implies a continuation rather than concluding a segment of ministry.

Matthew 5:17: Think not that I am come to destroy the law, or the prophets: I am not come to destroy, but to fulfil.

Contradiction with Luke 19:10

Contrasts with Matthew 11:1 as it emphasizes the seeking and saving of the lost, which goes beyond mere teaching and preaching.

Luke 19:10: For the Son of man is come to seek and to save that which was lost.
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