Contradictions and Paradoxes in Matthew 22:27

Check out Contradictions Catalog of Matthew 22:27 for the comprehensive list of verses that contradicts Matthew 22:27. Some key contradictions and paradoxes are described below.

According to Matthew, Jesus explains that in heaven, people don’t get married like they do on Earth. So, the question about whose wife she will be doesn't matter there.

Matthew 22:27: Therefore in the resurrection whose wife shall she be of the seven? for they all had her.

Contradiction with John 14:6

This verse states that Jesus is the way, truth, and life, which could be seen as contradicting the scenario in Matthew 22:27 where earthly matters like marriage are being discussed as opposed to spiritual truths.

John 14:6: Jesus saith unto him, I am the way, the truth, and the life: no man cometh unto the Father, but by me.

Contradiction with 1 Corinthians 7:8-9

Paul suggests that it is good to remain unmarried, which contradicts the marriage and widowhood scenario leading up to Matthew 22:27.

1 Corinthians 7:8-9: I say therefore to the unmarried and widows, It is good for them if they abide even as I.

Contradiction with Romans 7:2-3

Describes a woman's bond to her husband as long as he lives, contrasting with the situation of the seven husbands in Matthew 22:27.

Romans 7:2-3: For the woman which hath an husband is bound by the law to [her] husband so long as he liveth; but if the husband be dead, she is loosed from the law of [her] husband.

Contradiction with 1 Timothy 5:14

Advises younger widows to marry, which may contrast with the widowhood implied in Matthew 22:27's scenario.

1 Timothy 5:14: I will therefore that the younger women marry, bear children, guide the house, give none occasion to the adversary to speak reproachfully. [to speak...: Gr. for their railing]

Contradiction with Matthew 19:9

This verse discusses divorce and marital faithfulness, which might contrast with the simplified view of marriage outlined in Matthew 22:27.

Matthew 19:9: And I say unto you, Whosoever shall put away his wife, except [it be] for fornication, and shall marry another, committeth adultery: and whoso marrieth her which is put away doth commit adultery.
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