Contradictions and Paradoxes in Matthew 21:11

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According to Matthew, the people were excited and told others that Jesus, a special messenger from God, was coming from a place called Nazareth in Galilee. They believed He was important and wanted everyone to know who He was.

Matthew 21:11: And the multitude said, This is Jesus the prophet of Nazareth of Galilee.

Contradiction with John 1:45-46

Nathaniel questions if anything good can come from Nazareth, while Matthew 21:11 states Jesus is from Nazareth, implying a contrast in perception of his significance.

John 1:45-46: Philip findeth Nathanael, and saith unto him, We have found him, of whom Moses in the law, and the prophets, did write, Jesus of Nazareth, the son of Joseph.

Contradiction with John 7:52

The Pharisees claim no prophet arises from Galilee, contradicting Matthew 21:11, which recognizes Jesus as a prophet from Galilee.

John 7:52: They answered and said unto him, Art thou also of Galilee? Search, and look: for out of Galilee ariseth no prophet.

Contradiction with Luke 4:24

Jesus states that no prophet is accepted in his own country, contrasting with Matthew 21:11 where people acknowledge him as a prophet from Galilee.

Luke 4:24: And he said, Verily I say unto you, No prophet is accepted in his own country.

Contradiction with John 7:41-42

People dispute Jesus as the Christ because they expect him to come from Bethlehem, while Matthew 21:11 refers to Jesus of Nazareth.

John 7:41-42: Others said, This is the Christ. But some said, Shall Christ come out of Galilee?
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