Contradiction with John 8:32
This verse speaks about knowing the truth and being set free, which contradicts the concern for offending others as highlighted in Matthew 15:12.
John 8:32: And ye shall know the truth, and the truth shall make you free.
Contradiction with Galatians 1:10
This verse emphasizes pleasing God rather than people, which contradicts the concern for offending the Pharisees in Matthew 15:12.
Galatians 1:10: For do I now persuade men, or God? or do I seek to please men? for if I yet pleased men, I should not be the servant of Christ.
Contradiction with 1 Corinthians 10:32-33
These verses suggest avoiding causing offense to others, contrasting with Jesus’ disregard for offending the Pharisees in Matthew 15:12.
1 Corinthians 10:32-33: Give none offence, neither to the Jews, nor to the Gentiles, nor to the church of God: [Gentiles: Gr. Greeks]
Contradiction with Romans 14:21
This verse advises against doing anything that might cause others to stumble, contrasting with the dismissal of offense in Matthew 15:12.
Romans 14:21: [It is] good neither to eat flesh, nor to drink wine, nor [any thing] whereby thy brother stumbleth, or is offended, or is made weak.
Contradiction with Proverbs 29:25
Emphasizes the danger of fearing man, suggesting that concern for others' offense is a trap, which contrasts with Matthew 15:12.
Proverbs 29:25: The fear of man bringeth a snare: but whoso putteth his trust in the LORD shall be safe. [safe: Heb. set on high]