Contradictions and Paradoxes in Matthew 24:27

Check out Contradictions Catalog of Matthew 24:27 for the comprehensive list of verses that contradicts Matthew 24:27. Some key contradictions and paradoxes are described below.

According to Matthew, Jesus is saying that just like lightning is bright and everyone can see it, when He comes back, everyone will be able to see Him. It will be big and clear so nobody will miss it.

Matthew 24:27: For as the lightning cometh out of the east, and shineth even unto the west; so shall also the coming of the Son of man be.

Contradiction with Luke 17:20

This verse suggests that the kingdom of God does not come with observable signs, whereas Matthew 24:27 describes a visible coming.

Luke 17:20: And when he was demanded of the Pharisees, when the kingdom of God should come, he answered them and said, The kingdom of God cometh not with observation: [with...: or, with outward shew]

Contradiction with 1 Thessalonians 5:2

This verse describes the coming of the Lord as unexpected, like a thief in the night, contrasting with the visible event in Matthew 24:27.

1 Thessalonians 5:2: For yourselves know perfectly that the day of the Lord so cometh as a thief in the night.

Contradiction with Acts 1:7

This verse indicates that the times and seasons are not for humans to know, implying unpredictability, which contrasts with the clear visibility in Matthew 24:27.

Acts 1:7: And he said unto them, It is not for you to know the times or the seasons, which the Father hath put in his own power.

Contradiction with Matthew 24:36

This verse states that no one knows the day or hour, emphasizing unpredictability, whereas Matthew 24:27 describes a visible and clear event.

Matthew 24:36: But of that day and hour knoweth no [man], no, not the angels of heaven, but my Father only.
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