Contradictions and Paradoxes in Matthew 25:2

Check out Contradictions Catalog of Matthew 25:2 for the comprehensive list of verses that contradicts Matthew 25:2. Some key contradictions and paradoxes are described below.

According to Matthew, some people make smart choices and some people make unwise choices. It's important to be prepared and make good decisions.

Matthew 25:2: And five of them were wise, and five [were] foolish.

Contradiction with James 1:5

Contradicts as it states that anyone who lacks wisdom can ask God, who gives generously without reproach, whereas Matthew 25:2 implies some were wise and some were foolish, without mention of the opportunity to gain wisdom.

James 1:5: If any of you lack wisdom, let him ask of God, that giveth to all [men] liberally, and upbraideth not; and it shall be given him.

Contradiction with Proverbs 2:6

This verse mentions that wisdom comes from the Lord, whereas Matthew 25:2 implies a definitive separation of wise and foolish from the start without indicating the source of wisdom.

Proverbs 2:6: For the LORD giveth wisdom: out of his mouth [cometh] knowledge and understanding.

Contradiction with 1 Corinthians 1:26-27

Indicates that God chooses the foolish things of the world to shame the wise, contrasting with Matthew 25:2, which categorizes and separates wise from foolish.

1 Corinthians 1:26-27: For ye see your calling, brethren, how that not many wise men after the flesh, not many mighty, not many noble, [are called]:

Contradiction with Proverbs 8:1-3

Wisdom is depicted as calling and inviting all to listen, suggesting universal access, conflicting with Matthew 25:2, where five virgins are distinctively wise and others foolish.

Proverbs 8:1-3: Doth not wisdom cry? and understanding put forth her voice?
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