Contradictions and Paradoxes in Matthew 18:3

Check out Contradictions Catalog of Matthew 18:3 for the comprehensive list of verses that contradicts Matthew 18:3. Some key contradictions and paradoxes are described below.

According to Matthew, Jesus is telling people that to go to heaven, they must be like little children, which means having a trusting and open heart. This means being humble and ready to learn, just like kids are.

Matthew 18:3: And said, Verily I say unto you, Except ye be converted, and become as little children, ye shall not enter into the kingdom of heaven.

Contradiction with 1 Corinthians 14:20

This verse advises believers to be mature in their thinking, which can be seen as contradicting the notion of becoming like little children, as suggested in Matthew 18:3.

1 Corinthians 14:20: Brethren, be not children in understanding: howbeit in malice be ye children, but in understanding be men. [men: Gr. perfect, or, of a ripe age]

Paradox #1

The potential contradiction or inconsistency with this verse could be the expectation of becoming like children, which may conflict with the need for maturity and wisdom in decision-making and moral understanding. Encouraging childlike qualities could be seen as disregarding the value of adult reasoning and responsibility.

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