Contradictions and Paradoxes in Matthew 12:18

Check out Contradictions Catalog of Matthew 12:18 for the comprehensive list of verses that contradicts Matthew 12:18. Some key contradictions and paradoxes are described below.

According to Matthew, God is talking about Jesus, whom He loves and is very happy with. God is giving Jesus His Spirit and sending Him to teach everyone in the world what is right.

Matthew 12:18: Behold my servant, whom I have chosen; my beloved, in whom my soul is well pleased: I will put my spirit upon him, and he shall shew judgment to the Gentiles.

Contradiction with John 5:22

It states that the Father judges no one but has entrusted all judgment to the Son, while Matthew 12:18 highlights the Son's role in gentleness and not judgment.

John 5:22: For the Father judgeth no man, but hath committed all judgment unto the Son:

Contradiction with Matthew 20:28

States the Son of Man came to serve and give his life as a ransom, whereas Matthew 12:18 emphasizes his role in justice.

Matthew 20:28: Even as the Son of man came not to be ministered unto, but to minister, and to give his life a ransom for many.

Contradiction with Luke 12:51

Mentions bringing division rather than peace, which contrasts with Matthew 12:18's implication of justice and peace.

Luke 12:51: Suppose ye that I am come to give peace on earth? I tell you, Nay; but rather division:

Contradiction with John 12:47

Indicates Jesus did not come to judge the world, which can seem contrary to the reference to bring forth justice in Matthew 12:18.

John 12:47: And if any man hear my words, and believe not, I judge him not: for I came not to judge the world, but to save the world.
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