Contradictions and Paradoxes in Matthew 19:13

Check out Contradictions Catalog of Matthew 19:13 for the comprehensive list of verses that contradicts Matthew 19:13. Some key contradictions and paradoxes are described below.

According to Matthew, Jesus loves children and wants to bless them, even when others try to stop them from coming to Him. Jesus shows that children are important and welcomed by Him.

Matthew 19:13: Then were there brought unto him little children, that he should put [his] hands on them, and pray: and the disciples rebuked them.

Contradiction with Matthew 15:23

Jesus initially seems to ignore the Canaanite woman's request for help, which contrasts with welcoming children brought to Him.

Matthew 15:23: But he answered her not a word. And his disciples came and besought him, saying, Send her away; for she crieth after us.

Contradiction with Mark 10:14

Expresses similar sentiment to Matthew 19:13, consistent rather than contradictory.

Mark 10:14: But when Jesus saw [it], he was much displeased, and said unto them, Suffer the little children to come unto me, and forbid them not: for of such is the kingdom of God.

Contradiction with Luke 9:51-56

Jesus rebukes His disciples for wanting to call down fire on a Samaritan village, contrasting with receiving children with open arms and blessings in Matthew 19:13.

Luke 9:51-56: And it came to pass, when the time was come that he should be received up, he stedfastly set his face to go to Jerusalem,

Contradiction with John 4:1-42

Jesus engages in a long conversation with a Samaritan woman, which is inclusive but different in manner from how children are rapidly welcomed in Matthew 19:13.

John 4:1-42: When therefore the Lord knew how the Pharisees had heard that Jesus made and baptized more disciples than John,

Contradiction with Matthew 15:24

Jesus states He was sent only to the lost sheep of Israel, which could be seen as restrictive compared to the inclusive welcoming of children in Matthew 19:13.

Matthew 15:24: But he answered and said, I am not sent but unto the lost sheep of the house of Israel.
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