Contradiction with 2 Timothy 1:7
Explain how this verse contradicts with Matthew 14:26.
2 Timothy 1:7: For God hath not given us the spirit of fear; but of power, and of love, and of a sound mind.
Contradiction with Joshua 1:9
Explain how this verse contradicts with Matthew 14:26.
Joshua 1:9: Have not I commanded thee? Be strong and of a good courage; be not afraid, neither be thou dismayed: for the LORD thy God [is] with thee whithersoever thou goest.
Contradiction with Isaiah 41:10
Explain how this verse contradicts with Matthew 14:26.
Isaiah 41:10: Fear thou not; for I [am] with thee: be not dismayed; for I [am] thy God: I will strengthen thee; yea, I will help thee; yea, I will uphold thee with the right hand of my righteousness.
Contradiction with John 14:27
Explain how this verse contradicts with Matthew 14:26.
John 14:27: Peace I leave with you, my peace I give unto you: not as the world giveth, give I unto you. Let not your heart be troubled, neither let it be afraid.
Paradox #1
The contradiction could be regarding the natural phenomenon described and the reaction of the people involved. People might argue about the plausibility of what was witnessed and whether it aligns with natural laws. However, such discussions often depend on differing beliefs about miraculous events.
Paradox #2
The event described in Matthew 14:26 involves someone walking on water, which contradicts the laws of physics as we understand them. Under normal circumstances, the weight of a human would not be supported by the surface tension of water, making it impossible to walk on water without sinking.