Contradictions and Paradoxes in Matthew 18:29

Check out Contradictions Catalog of Matthew 18:29 for the comprehensive list of verses that contradicts Matthew 18:29. Some key contradictions and paradoxes are described below.

According to Matthew, the story shows us how important it is to be patient and forgive others just like we want them to be patient and forgive us. It teaches us to be kind and give someone a chance, just like the servant asked for time to pay back what he owed.

Matthew 18:29: And his fellowservant fell down at his feet, and besought him, saying, Have patience with me, and I will pay thee all.

Contradiction with Matthew 18:35

This verse suggests that the same level of mercy shown in Matthew 18:29 should be extended to others, contradicting the plea for extended patience.

Matthew 18:35: So likewise shall my heavenly Father do also unto you, if ye from your hearts forgive not every one his brother their trespasses.

Contradiction with Matthew 5:7

Advocates for showing mercy to receive mercy instead of asking for patience, contrasting with the debtor's plea for more time.

Matthew 5:7: Blessed [are] the merciful: for they shall obtain mercy.

Contradiction with Luke 6:31

Encourages doing unto others as you would have them do unto you, implying a contradiction if forgiveness and patience aren't reciprocated as in Matthew 18:29.

Luke 6:31: And as ye would that men should do to you, do ye also to them likewise.

Contradiction with Proverbs 11:21

Implies punishment for the wicked, contrasting the plea for patience regardless of wrongdoings as seen in Matthew 18:29.

Proverbs 11:21: [Though] hand [join] in hand, the wicked shall not be unpunished: but the seed of the righteous shall be delivered.
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