Contradictions and Paradoxes in Matthew 24:20

Check out Contradictions Catalog of Matthew 24:20 for the comprehensive list of verses that contradicts Matthew 24:20. Some key contradictions and paradoxes are described below.

According to Matthew, Jesus is telling people to pray that when they need to leave quickly, it's not during winter when it's cold, or on the Sabbath, which is a special day of rest. This is because traveling could be harder and more challenging on those days.

Matthew 24:20: But pray ye that your flight be not in the winter, neither on the sabbath day:

Contradiction with Mark 2:27

This verse states that the Sabbath was made for man, and not man for the Sabbath, suggesting a more flexible observance of the Sabbath, which contrasts with Matthew 24:20's concern for fleeing on the Sabbath.

Mark 2:27: And he said unto them, The sabbath was made for man, and not man for the sabbath:

Contradiction with Colossians 2:16

This verse implies that one should not be judged regarding Sabbath days, which contradicts the concern in Matthew 24:20 about the impact of the Sabbath on practical matters like fleeing.

Colossians 2:16: Let no man therefore judge you in meat, or in drink, or in respect of an holyday, or of the new moon, or of the sabbath [days]: [in meat...: or, for eating and drinking] [respect: or, part]

Contradiction with Romans 14:5

This verse suggests that every day can be esteemed alike, indicating less emphasis on the Sabbath, conflicting with Matthew 24:20’s specific mention of the Sabbath.

Romans 14:5: One man esteemeth one day above another: another esteemeth every day [alike]. Let every man be fully persuaded in his own mind. [fully persuaded: or, fully assured]

Contradiction with Galatians 4:10-11

This passage warns against observing days, months, and seasons, which contrasts with Matthew 24:20’s implication that the Sabbath day should be specially considered.

Galatians 4:10-11: Ye observe days, and months, and times, and years.

Paradox #1

Some people see a conflict between Matthew 24:20 and the principle that God doesn't show favoritism or discriminate based on certain days. The verse suggests concern about certain days making hardship more challenging, which might seem to conflict with the idea that all days are equally under God's care.

Paradox #2

The contradiction or conflict in this verse could be the implication that certain times or circumstances can make following religious obligations more challenging or distressing. It might suggest a tension between natural human needs or situations and religious expectations, which could imply that those obligations are not universally fair or compassionate.

← Matthew 24:19
Share
Matthew 24:21 →
Disclaimer: The content provided at PolarBible.com is for educational purposes only. Readers have the full right to agree or disagree with the interpretations and conclusions presented. We take no responsibility for any actions or decisions taken based on the information shared as Polar Verses.