Contradictions and Paradoxes in Matthew 21:40

Check out Contradictions Catalog of Matthew 21:40 for the comprehensive list of verses that contradicts Matthew 21:40. Some key contradictions and paradoxes are described below.

According to Matthew, this verse tells a story where a landowner comes to his vineyard and wants to know what should happen to the workers who did bad things. It's like asking what should happen to people who didn't take care of something they were trusted with.

Matthew 21:40: When the lord therefore of the vineyard cometh, what will he do unto those husbandmen?

Contradiction with Matthew 5:7

This verse promotes mercy, while Matthew 21:40 implies judgment.

Matthew 5:7: Blessed [are] the merciful: for they shall obtain mercy.

Contradiction with James 2:13

It emphasizes mercy triumphing over judgment, contrasting the judgment in Matthew 21:40.

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 Ezekiel 18:23

God expresses no pleasure in the death of the wicked, differing from the judgment in Matthew 21:40.

Ezekiel 18:23: Have I any pleasure at all that the wicked should die? saith the Lord GOD: [and] not that he should return from his ways, and live?

Contradiction with Romans 12:19

Encourages leaving vengeance to God, whereas Matthew 21:40 indicates impending judgment.

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.

Contradiction with Matthew 26:52

Suggests those who take the sword will perish by it, contrasting with the expectation of judgment in Matthew 21:40.

Matthew 26:52: Thinkest thou that I cannot now pray to my Father, and he shall presently give me more than twelve legions of angels?
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