Contradictions and Paradoxes in Matthew 11:2

Check out Contradictions Catalog of Matthew 11:2 for the comprehensive list of verses that contradicts Matthew 11:2. Some key contradictions and paradoxes are described below.

According to Matthew, John the Baptist heard about all the amazing things Jesus was doing while he was stuck in jail. So, he sent two of his friends to go and find out more about Jesus.

Matthew 11:2: Now when John had heard in the prison the works of Christ, he sent two of his disciples,

Contradiction with John 1:29

Matthew 11:2 shows John the Baptist doubting, while John 1:29 depicts him confidently proclaiming Jesus as the Lamb of God.

John 1:29: The next day John seeth Jesus coming unto him, and saith, Behold the Lamb of God, which taketh away the sin of the world. [taketh away: or, beareth]

Contradiction with Luke 7:20

Similar to Matthew 11:2, but some interpret the query differently from Luke, indicating John's unclear faith.

Luke 7:20: When the men were come unto him, they said, John Baptist hath sent us unto thee, saying, Art thou he that should come? or look we for another?

Contradiction with John 3:30

John the Baptist expresses certainty in Jesus' mission, contradicting his doubt in Matthew 11:2.

John 3:30: He must increase, but I [must] decrease.
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