Contradictions and Paradoxes in Matthew 14:14

Check out Contradictions Catalog of Matthew 14:14 for the comprehensive list of verses that contradicts Matthew 14:14. Some key contradictions and paradoxes are described below.

According to Matthew, when Jesus saw a big crowd of people, he felt deep care and kindness for them, so he helped the sick people get better. Christians believe this shows Jesus's love and kindness for everyone.

Matthew 14:14: And Jesus went forth, and saw a great multitude, and was moved with compassion toward them, and he healed their sick.

Contradiction with James 2:16

This verse suggests faith without action is dead, whereas Matthew 14:14 shows Jesus performing an act of compassion.

James 2:16: And one of you say unto them, Depart in peace, be [ye] warmed and filled; notwithstanding ye give them not those things which are needful to the body; what [doth it] profit?

Contradiction with Matthew 5:39

Instructs to turn the other cheek, contradicting the proactive compassion shown in Matthew 14:14.

Matthew 5:39: But I say unto you, That ye resist not evil: but whosoever shall smite thee on thy right cheek, turn to him the other also.

Contradiction with John 12:48

Emphasizes judgment over compassion, conflicting with the healing shown in Matthew 14:14.

John 12:48: He that rejecteth me, and receiveth not my words, hath one that judgeth him: the word that I have spoken, the same shall judge him in the last day.

Contradiction with Mark 7:27

Expresses exclusivity of help, contradicting the inclusive compassion of Matthew 14:14.

Mark 7:27: And she answered and said unto him, Yes, Lord: yet the dogs under the table eat of the children's crumbs.

Contradiction with Luke 9:5

Advises to leave if not welcomed, contrasting with the dedicated compassion in Matthew 14:14.

Luke 9:5: And whosoever will not receive you, when ye go out of that city, shake off the very dust from your feet for a testimony against them.

Contradiction with Romans 12:19

Focuses on leaving vengeance to God, differing from the active compassion depicted in Matthew 14:14.

Romans 12:19: Dearly beloved, avenge not yourselves, but [rather] give place unto wrath: for it is written, Vengeance [is] mine; I will repay, saith the Lord.
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