Contradictions and Paradoxes in Matthew 25:24

Check out Contradictions Catalog of Matthew 25:24 for the comprehensive list of verses that contradicts Matthew 25:24. Some key contradictions and paradoxes are described below.

According to Matthew, the man was scared of the master because he thought the master was tough and took things he didn't work for. So, the man didn’t try to do anything with the money the master gave him.

Matthew 25:24: Then he which had received the one talent came and said, Lord, I knew thee that thou art an hard man, reaping where thou hast not sown, and gathering where thou hast not strawed:

Contradiction with Proverbs 12:24

This verse suggests diligent work leads to leadership, contrasting the servant's fear of taking initiative in Matthew 25:24.

Proverbs 12:24: The hand of the diligent shall bear rule: but the slothful shall be under tribute. [slothful: or, deceitful]

Contradiction with Ecclesiastes 11:4

This verse advises against being overly cautious and encourages taking action, opposing the servant's decision to do nothing.

Ecclesiastes 11:4: He that observeth the wind shall not sow; and he that regardeth the clouds shall not reap.

Contradiction with James 4:17

This verse implies that failing to act on what is right is sinful, which contradicts the servant’s inaction due to fear.

James 4:17: Therefore to him that knoweth to do good, and doeth [it] not, to him it is sin.

Contradiction with 2 Timothy 1:7

This verse highlights God giving a spirit of power and courage, not fear, contrasting the servant’s fearful perception of the master.

2 Timothy 1:7: For God hath not given us the spirit of fear; but of power, and of love, and of a sound mind.

Contradiction with Proverbs 28:19

This verse indicates that hard work leads to abundance, conflicting with the servant’s lack of effort and subsequent punishment.

Proverbs 28:19: He that tilleth his land shall have plenty of bread: but he that followeth after vain [persons] shall have poverty enough.

Paradox #1

Matthew 25:24 could have a contradiction if it's interpreted as portraying God or a master as harsh and unfair. In the parable, the servant describes the master as someone who reaps where he did not sow, which could imply unfairness or exploitation. This could conflict with the view of God as just and compassionate.

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