Contradiction with Exodus 21:15
This verse prescribes punishment for those who strike their parents, seemingly in contrast to welcoming and valuing children as expressed in Matthew 19:14.
Exodus 21:15: And he that smiteth his father, or his mother, shall be surely put to death.
Contradiction with Exodus 21:17
This verse advocates for serious consequences against children who curse their parents, clashing with the notion of children being a blessing in Matthew 19:14.
Exodus 21:17: And he that curseth his father, or his mother, shall surely be put to death. [curseth: or, revileth]
Contradiction with Proverbs 13:24
The endorsement of using the rod for correction here may appear to contradict the welcoming and accepting approach suggested in Matthew 19:14.
Proverbs 13:24: He that spareth his rod hateth his son: but he that loveth him chasteneth him betimes.
Contradiction with Proverbs 22:15
This verse suggests foolishness is bound in the heart of a child, in contrast to the purity and value of children suggested in Matthew 19:14.
Proverbs 22:15: Foolishness [is] bound in the heart of a child; [but] the rod of correction shall drive it far from him.
Contradiction with Proverbs 23:13-14
Advises physical discipline of children, potentially conflicting with the nurturing view of children in Matthew 19:14.
Proverbs 23:13-14: Withhold not correction from the child: for [if] thou beatest him with the rod, he shall not die.
Contradiction with 2 Kings 2:23-24
This incident of Elisha cursing mocking children resulting in harm contrasts with the protective sentiment of Matthew 19:14.
2 Kings 2:23-24: And he went up from thence unto Bethel: and as he was going up by the way, there came forth little children out of the city, and mocked him, and said unto him, Go up, thou bald head; go up, thou bald head.