Contradictions and Paradoxes in Matthew 12:38

Check out Contradictions Catalog of Matthew 12:38 for the comprehensive list of verses that contradicts Matthew 12:38. Some key contradictions and paradoxes are described below.

According to Matthew, some teachers and leaders came to Jesus and asked Him to show them a miracle. They wanted to see something amazing to prove that He was special.

Matthew 12:38: Then certain of the scribes and of the Pharisees answered, saying, Master, we would see a sign from thee.

Contradiction with John 4:48

Suggests that without signs and wonders people will not believe, contrasting the rejection of a sign-seeking attitude in Matthew 12:38.

John 4:48: Then said Jesus unto him, Except ye see signs and wonders, ye will not believe.

Contradiction with Acts 2:22

Highlights Jesus’ divine approval through miracles, wonders, and signs, whereas Matthew 12:38 depicts him denying a sign request.

Acts 2:22: Ye men of Israel, hear these words; Jesus of Nazareth, a man approved of God among you by miracles and wonders and signs, which God did by him in the midst of you, as ye yourselves also know:

Contradiction with John 20:30-31

States that Jesus performed many signs to encourage belief, whereas Matthew 12:38 shows Jesus dismissing the request for a sign.

John 20:30-31: And many other signs truly did Jesus in the presence of his disciples, which are not written in this book:

Contradiction with 1 Corinthians 1:22

Notes that Jews seek a sign, yet Matthew 12:38 is critical of this request for signs.

1 Corinthians 1:22: For the Jews require a sign, and the Greeks seek after wisdom:

Contradiction with Mark 16:17

Declares that signs will follow believers, while Matthew 12:38 critiqued a demand for them.

Mark 16:17: And these signs shall follow them that believe; In my name shall they cast out devils; they shall speak with new tongues;
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