Contradiction with Psalm 110:1
Matthew 22:45 refers to Psalm 110:1, where David calls the Messiah "Lord," suggesting superiority, yet also implying a descendant, which raises the question of how the Messiah can be both David's Lord and his son, creating a paradox.
Psalm 110:1: [A Psalm of David.] The LORD said unto my Lord, Sit thou at my right hand, until I make thine enemies thy footstool.
Paradox #1
The potential contradiction in Matthew 22:45 arises from the question of how the Messiah can be both the son and the lord of David. If the Messiah is a descendant of David (his son), it could be puzzling how David would refer to him as "Lord," suggesting a higher status. This presents a challenge in understanding the dual nature of the Messiah as both human and divine within the context of traditional Jewish expectations of the Messiah.
Paradox #2
The potential contradiction arises from how Jesus, referring to a Psalm, questions how the Messiah can be both David's son and his Lord. This raises issues with the understanding of the Messiah's lineage and identity in Jewish tradition.
Paradox #3
The moral conflict in Matthew 22:45 arises from understanding how Jesus can be both Lord and descendant of David. This challenges ideas about lineage and authority, creating tension between traditional Jewish expectations of the Messiah as a worldly king and the spiritual leadership Jesus represents.