Contradictions and Paradoxes in Matthew 18:31

Check out Contradictions Catalog of Matthew 18:31 for the comprehensive list of verses that contradicts Matthew 18:31. Some key contradictions and paradoxes are described below.

According to Matthew, this verse shows that when friends see something unfair, it makes them upset, and they want to tell someone who can make it right. It's about caring for others and wanting fairness.

Matthew 18:31: So when his fellowservants saw what was done, they were very sorry, and came and told unto their lord all that was done.

Contradiction with Matthew 5:39

This verse advocates turning the other cheek and promoting forgiveness, while Matthew 18:31 describes servants not forgiving one another.

Matthew 5:39: But I say unto you, That ye resist not evil: but whosoever shall smite thee on thy right cheek, turn to him the other also.

Contradiction with Luke 6:36

This verse calls for being merciful as God is merciful, contrasting with the actions of the servant in Matthew 18:31.

Luke 6:36: Be ye therefore merciful, as your Father also is merciful.

Contradiction with Colossians 3:13

This verse instructs to forgive others as the Lord forgave you, whereas in Matthew 18:31, the servant does not forgive his fellow servant.

Colossians 3:13: Forbearing one another, and forgiving one another, if any man have a quarrel against any: even as Christ forgave you, so also [do] ye. [quarrel: or, complaint]

Contradiction with Ephesians 4:32

It encourages kindness and forgiveness, contrasting with the servant's lack of compassion in Matthew 18:31.

Ephesians 4:32: And be ye kind one to another, tenderhearted, forgiving one another, even as God for Christ's sake hath forgiven you.

Contradiction with James 2:13

This verse states, "For he shall have judgment without mercy, that hath shewed no mercy," highlighting the lack of mercy in Matthew 18:31.

James 2:13: For he shall have judgment without mercy, that hath shewed no mercy; and mercy rejoiceth against judgment. [rejoiceth: or, glorieth]

Contradiction with Romans 12:17

Advises against repaying evil with evil, unlike the servant's actions in Matthew 18:31.

Romans 12:17: Recompense to no man evil for evil. Provide things honest in the sight of all men.

Contradiction with Proverbs 24:29

Warns against seeking revenge, which is contrary to the servant's behavior in Matthew 18:31.

Proverbs 24:29: Say not, I will do so to him as he hath done to me: I will render to the man according to his work.

Contradiction with 1 Peter 3:9

Encourages not repaying evil with evil, unlike the unforgiving servant in Matthew 18:31.

1 Peter 3:9: Not rendering evil for evil, or railing for railing: but contrariwise blessing; knowing that ye are thereunto called, that ye should inherit a blessing.
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