Contradictions and Paradoxes in Matthew 24:18

Check out Contradictions Catalog of Matthew 24:18 for the comprehensive list of verses that contradicts Matthew 24:18. Some key contradictions and paradoxes are described below.

According to Matthew, this verse means that when something very important or urgent happens, people should not waste time going back to get their things. It teaches that being ready and paying attention to what's most important is more valuable than worrying about stuff.

Matthew 24:18: Neither let him which is in the field return back to take his clothes.

Contradiction with Proverbs 27:1

This verse advises not to boast about tomorrow, whereas Matthew 24:18 emphasizes urgency and immediate action without concern for future planning.

Proverbs 27:1: Boast not thyself of to morrow; for thou knowest not what a day may bring forth. [to...: Heb. to morrow day]

Contradiction with James 4:13-14

These verses highlight the unpredictability of life and the futility of planning, in contrast to Matthew 24:18's focus on not retrieving belongings, implying a lack of concern for earthly preparations.

James 4:13-14: Go to now, ye that say, To day or to morrow we will go into such a city, and continue there a year, and buy and sell, and get gain:
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