Contradictions and Paradoxes in Matthew 14:27

Check out Contradictions Catalog of Matthew 14:27 for the comprehensive list of verses that contradicts Matthew 14:27. Some key contradictions and paradoxes are described below.

According to Matthew, Jesus told His friends not to be scared because He was there with them. He wanted them to feel happy and safe when He was around.

Matthew 14:27: But straightway Jesus spake unto them, saying, Be of good cheer; it is I; be not afraid.

Contradiction with Isaiah 41:10

This verse emphasizes fearlessness because God is with you, similar to Matthew 14:27, rather than contradicting it.

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 1 Samuel 28:5-7

Contrasts with Matthew 14:27 as it describes Saul being afraid and seeking a medium for guidance instead of trusting in God's presence.

1 Samuel 28:5-7: And when Saul saw the host of the Philistines, he was afraid, and his heart greatly trembled.

Contradiction with Matthew 26:56

When Jesus is arrested, his disciples forsook him and fled, showing fear and lack of trust contrary to Jesus' reassurance in Matthew 14:27.

Matthew 26:56: And they that had laid hold on Jesus led [him] away to Caiaphas the high priest, where the scribes and the elders were assembled.

Contradiction with John 20:19

The disciples are depicted as being afraid and hiding, which contradicts Jesus' command to not be afraid in Matthew 14:27.

John 20:19: Then the same day at evening, being the first [day] of the week, when the doors were shut where the disciples were assembled for fear of the Jews, came Jesus and stood in the midst, and saith unto them, Peace [be] unto you.
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