Contradictions and Paradoxes in Matthew 18:32

Check out Contradictions Catalog of Matthew 18:32 for the comprehensive list of verses that contradicts Matthew 18:32. Some key contradictions and paradoxes are described below.

According to Matthew, Jesus tells a story about a king who forgave his servant for not paying back a lot of money because the servant asked him to. The king is upset because even after being forgiven, the servant was not kind to others, showing that we should be forgiving just like the king.

Matthew 18:32: Then his lord, after that he had called him, said unto him, O thou wicked servant, I forgave thee all that debt, because thou desiredst me:

Contradiction with Matthew 6:14-15

Contradicts by suggesting unconditional forgiveness without personal accountability.

Matthew 6:14-15: For if ye forgive men their trespasses, your heavenly Father will also forgive you:

Contradiction with Luke 6:37

Contradicts by advocating for forgiveness without mention of circumstances or conditions.

Luke 6:37: Judge not, and ye shall not be judged: condemn not, and ye shall not be condemned: forgive, and ye shall be forgiven:

Contradiction with Romans 12:19

Contradicts by encouraging leaving vengeance or retribution to God alone.

Romans 12:19: Dearly beloved, avenge not yourselves, but [rather] give place unto wrath: for it is written, Vengeance [is] mine; I will repay, saith the Lord.

Paradox #1

This verse shows a situation where forgiveness is expected from someone who has been forgiven, but they fail to do so. The contradiction arises when a person who received kindness and should understand its value, refuses to extend the same kindness to others. This inconsistency highlights the challenge of practicing what one has experienced or learned, emphasizing the need for consistency in moral behavior.

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