Contradictions and Paradoxes in Matthew 15:14

Check out Contradictions Catalog of Matthew 15:14 for the comprehensive list of verses that contradicts Matthew 15:14. Some key contradictions and paradoxes are described below.

According to Matthew, Jesus is saying if people who don't understand God's ways try to guide others who also don't understand, they will both end up in trouble. It's like if two people who can't see try to walk together without help, they might fall down.

Matthew 15:14: Let them alone: they be blind leaders of the blind. And if the blind lead the blind, both shall fall into the ditch.

Contradiction with Romans 2:19

Assumes guidance for the blind is possible, whereas Matthew 15:14 suggests otherwise.

Romans 2:19: And art confident that thou thyself art a guide of the blind, a light of them which are in darkness,

Contradiction with John 9:39

States that Jesus came so the blind might see, contrasting with the notion of blind leading the blind.

John 9:39: And Jesus said, For judgment I am come into this world, that they which see not might see; and that they which see might be made blind.

Contradiction with Proverbs 3:5-6

Advises trusting in the Lord for direction, whereas Matthew 15:14 implies a lack of guidance.

Proverbs 3:5-6: Trust in the LORD with all thine heart; and lean not unto thine own understanding.

Contradiction with Isaiah 42:16

God promises to lead the blind, differing from the implication of futile guidance in Matthew 15:14.

Isaiah 42:16: And I will bring the blind by a way [that] they knew not; I will lead them in paths [that] they have not known: I will make darkness light before them, and crooked things straight. These things will I do unto them, and not forsake them. [straight: Heb. into straightness]

Contradiction with Psalm 146:8

States the Lord opens the eyes of the blind, which contrasts with the concept of both falling into the ditch.

Psalm 146:8: The LORD openeth [the eyes of] the blind: the LORD raiseth them that are bowed down: the LORD loveth the righteous:

Paradox #1

The potential contradiction could be the idea of spiritual leaders being "blind" or unaware, which might conflict with the expectation that religious leaders should be wise and understanding. Some might see a tension between this verse and passages that emphasize the reliability and guidance of religious authorities.

Paradox #2

The contradiction in Matthew 15:14 could lie in the idea of blindly following leaders. This could conflict with teachings about personal responsibility and discernment. If people follow without questioning, they may end up in morally wrong situations, contradicting calls for wise and informed decision-making.

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