Contradiction with Romans 3:20
Explains that no one is justified by the deeds of the law, in contrast to Matthew 12:37, which emphasizes justification by words.
Romans 3:20: Therefore by the deeds of the law there shall no flesh be justified in his sight: for by the law [is] the knowledge of sin.
Contradiction with James 2:24
States that a person is justified by works and not by faith only, contrasting the emphasis on words in Matthew 12:37.
James 2:24: Ye see then how that by works a man is justified, and not by faith only.
Contradiction with Ephesians 2:8-9
Emphasizes salvation by grace through faith, not by works, differing from the justification by words mentioned in Matthew 12:37.
Ephesians 2:8-9: For by grace are ye saved through faith; and that not of yourselves: [it is] the gift of God:
Paradox #1
The contradiction or conflict could arise from the idea that a person's words alone determine their guilt or innocence. This might seem inconsistent because actions are often considered more important than words in assessing someone's character or morality. It suggests a potential imbalance between what people say and what they do.