Contradictions and Paradoxes in Matthew 22:44

Check out Contradictions Catalog of Matthew 22:44 for the comprehensive list of verses that contradicts Matthew 22:44. Some key contradictions and paradoxes are described below.

According to Matthew, Jesus is asking how David can call the Messiah "Lord" if the Messiah is also David's son. Jesus wants people to think about how he is both special and connected to King David.

Matthew 22:44: If David then call him Lord, how is he his son?

Paradox #1

Some people see a contradiction in Matthew 22:44 because it presents a conversation where David calls the Messiah "Lord," even though the Messiah is supposed to be David's descendant. This confuses the hierarchy of authority and lineage because typically, descendants would not be considered greater than their ancestors. This can lead to questions about the nature of the Messiah in relation to David.

Paradox #2

The potential contradiction in Matthew 22:44 could be the idea of having enemies that are to be made a footstool, despite other teachings of love and forgiveness. Jesus also teaches to love and forgive others, even enemies. This could seem inconsistent because it suggests dominance over enemies instead of making peace with them.

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