Contradictions and Paradoxes in Matthew 14:6

Check out Contradictions Catalog of Matthew 14:6 for the comprehensive list of verses that contradicts Matthew 14:6. Some key contradictions and paradoxes are described below.

According to Matthew, on King Herod's birthday, the daughter of Herodias danced in front of everyone and made King Herod very happy.

Matthew 14:6: But when Herod's birthday was kept, the daughter of Herodias danced before them, and pleased Herod. [before...: Gr. in the midst]

Contradiction with Exodus 20:12

While Matthew 14:6 depicts Herodias' daughter dancing to please Herod, Exodus 20:12 emphasizes honoring one’s father and mother, suggesting respect and modest behavior.

Exodus 20:12: Honour thy father and thy mother: that thy days may be long upon the land which the LORD thy God giveth thee.

Contradiction with 1 Corinthians 14:40

Whereas Matthew 14:6 describes a festive dance before Herod, 1 Corinthians 14:40 calls for decency and order in all actions, which can contradict the potentially provocative nature of such a dance.

1 Corinthians 14:40: Let all things be done decently and in order.

Contradiction with Philippians 4:8

Matthew 14:6 highlights a dance that leads to a rash promise by Herod, while Philippians 4:8 encourages focusing on things that are true, honest, and praiseworthy, in contrast to potentially manipulative and superficial performances.

Philippians 4:8: Finally, brethren, whatsoever things are true, whatsoever things [are] honest, whatsoever things [are] just, whatsoever things [are] pure, whatsoever things [are] lovely, whatsoever things [are] of good report; if [there be] any virtue, and if [there be] any praise, think on these things. [honest: or, venerable]

Contradiction with Ephesians 5:3

Matthew 14:6 describes an entertaining dance, leading to immoral outcomes, whereas Ephesians 5:3 warns against any appearance of immorality or uncleanness, promoting purity among believers.

Ephesians 5:3: But fornication, and all uncleanness, or covetousness, let it not be once named among you, as becometh saints;

Contradiction with Galatians 5:21

In Matthew 14:6, a dance results in Herod promising a harmful oath, while Galatians 5:21 warns against revelry and the sinful actions associated with such behavior.

Galatians 5:21: Envyings, murders, drunkenness, revellings, and such like: of the which I tell you before, as I have also told [you] in time past, that they which do such things shall not inherit the kingdom of God.
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