Contradiction with Luke 14:26
This verse indicates that discipleship may require prioritizing Jesus above family, which contrasts with the notion in Matthew 15:5 of honoring elders with resources.
Luke 14:26: If any [man] come to me, and hate not his father, and mother, and wife, and children, and brethren, and sisters, yea, and his own life also, he cannot be my disciple.
Contradiction with Ephesians 6:2-3
This verse commands honoring father and mother for a prosperous life, contradicting Matthew 15:5 where tradition invalidates parental honor.
Ephesians 6:2-3: Honour thy father and mother; (which is the first commandment with promise;)
Contradiction with Colossians 3:20
Children are instructed to obey their parents in all things, opposing the practice in Matthew 15:5 that allows circumventing parental obligations.
Colossians 3:20: Children, obey [your] parents in all things: for this is well pleasing unto the Lord.
Contradiction with 1 Timothy 5:8
Expresses the necessity to provide for one's family, challenging the principle in Matthew 15:5 that excuses neglecting parental support through vows.
1 Timothy 5:8: But if any provide not for his own, and specially for those of his own house, he hath denied the faith, and is worse than an infidel. [house: or, kindred]
Paradox #1
The potential contradiction with Matthew 15:5 arises when considering traditional interpretations of honoring one's parents, as emphasized in earlier biblical laws, such as the Ten Commandments. In this verse, Jesus criticizes the practice of using religious excuses to avoid helping parents financially. This could be seen as conflicting with the commandment to honor and care for one's parents, highlighting an inconsistency between religious practices of the time and the original intent of the law.
Paradox #2
The contradiction or conflict might arise from the idea that tradition or human-made rules are being used to override a moral responsibility. This can seem inconsistent if teachings that emphasize caring for others, especially family, are replaced or ignored by following other rules that benefit oneself.