Contradictions and Paradoxes in Matthew 23:22

Check out Contradictions Catalog of Matthew 23:22 for the comprehensive list of verses that contradicts Matthew 23:22. Some key contradictions and paradoxes are described below.

According to Matthew, when someone makes a promise by heaven, they are making a promise by God's special chair and by God himself who sits there. It means that promises are really important and should be kept.

Matthew 23:22: And he that shall swear by heaven, sweareth by the throne of God, and by him that sitteth thereon.

Contradiction with Matthew 7:1

Contradicts Matthew 23:22 by teaching not to judge, while 23:22 discusses the consequences of oath-taking, implying judgment.

Matthew 7:1: Judge not, that ye be not judged.

Contradiction with Romans 14:4

This verse contradicts by suggesting that God is the only judge, while Matthew 23:22 implies humans play a role in judgment.

Romans 14:4: Who art thou that judgest another man's servant? to his own master he standeth or falleth. Yea, he shall be holden up: for God is able to make him stand.

Contradiction with James 5:12

Contradicts by advising against swearing oaths, while Matthew 23:22 is about the seriousness of swearing.

James 5:12: But above all things, my brethren, swear not, neither by heaven, neither by the earth, neither by any other oath: but let your yea be yea; and [your] nay, nay; lest ye fall into condemnation.

Contradiction with Matthew 5:34

Directly advises against swearing oaths entirely, contrary to Matthew 23:22, which discusses the implications of such oaths.

Matthew 5:34: But I say unto you, Swear not at all; neither by heaven; for it is God's throne:

Contradiction with Matthew 6:13

Delivers the message for forgiveness and deliverance, contrasting with the focus on judgment in Matthew 23:22.

Matthew 6:13: And lead us not into temptation, but deliver us from evil: For thine is the kingdom, and the power, and the glory, for ever. Amen.
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