Contradictions and Paradoxes in Matthew 11:7

Check out Contradictions Catalog of Matthew 11:7 for the comprehensive list of verses that contradicts Matthew 11:7. Some key contradictions and paradoxes are described below.

According to Matthew, Jesus was talking to the people about John the Baptist. He asked them if they went into the wilderness to see someone weak like a plant blowing in the wind, but he meant that John was actually very strong and important.

Matthew 11:7: And as they departed, Jesus began to say unto the multitudes concerning John, What went ye out into the wilderness to see? A reed shaken with the wind?

Contradiction with James 1:6

This verse emphasizes unwavering faith without doubt, contrasting with Matthew 11:7's depiction of instability as a reed shaken by the wind.

James 1:6: But let him ask in faith, nothing wavering. For he that wavereth is like a wave of the sea driven with the wind and tossed.

Contradiction with 1 Kings 18:21

Elijah challenges indecision, whereas Matthew 11:7 symbolizes inconsistency and wavering.

1 Kings 18:21: And Elijah came unto all the people, and said, How long halt ye between two opinions? if the LORD [be] God, follow him: but if Baal, [then] follow him. And the people answered him not a word. [opinions: or, thoughts]

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