Contradictions and Paradoxes in Matthew 25:28

Check out Contradictions Catalog of Matthew 25:28 for the comprehensive list of verses that contradicts Matthew 25:28. Some key contradictions and paradoxes are described below.

According to Matthew, Jesus is teaching that if someone doesn't use their gifts or talents, they might lose them, and those who use their gifts well will get even more. It's like saying use what you have, and you'll get more good things!

Matthew 25:28: Take therefore the talent from him, and give [it] unto him which hath ten talents.

Contradiction with Matthew 5:42

Matthew 5:42 encourages giving to those who ask, contrasting with taking away from someone who has little in Matthew 25:28.

Matthew 5:42: Give to him that asketh thee, and from him that would borrow of thee turn not thou away.

Contradiction with Luke 6:30

Luke 6:30 urges to give to everyone who asks, differing from the concept of removing possession from someone in Matthew 25:28.

Luke 6:30: Give to every man that asketh of thee; and of him that taketh away thy goods ask [them] not again.

Contradiction with Luke 19:26

While similar in content, the context contrasts as Luke 19:26 implies a fair reward system rather than taking from those less fortunate.

Luke 19:26: For I say unto you, That unto every one which hath shall be given; and from him that hath not, even that he hath shall be taken away from him.

Contradiction with Proverbs 19:17

Proverbs 19:17 suggests that lending to the poor is rewarding, opposing the notion of removing even what little someone has as in Matthew 25:28.

Proverbs 19:17: He that hath pity upon the poor lendeth unto the LORD; and that which he hath given will he pay him again. [that which...: or, his deed]

Paradox #1

The contradiction or conflict might be in the idea of taking away from someone who already has little, which can seem unfair or unkind. This may appear inconsistent with messages in the Bible that emphasize helping the poor and being generous to those in need.

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