Contradictions and Paradoxes in Matthew 25:36

Check out Contradictions Catalog of Matthew 25:36 for the comprehensive list of verses that contradicts Matthew 25:36. Some key contradictions and paradoxes are described below.

According to Matthew, Jesus is teaching that when we help people who are in need, like giving clothes to someone who doesn't have any, visiting someone who is sick, or spending time with people in prison, it's like we are doing those kind things for Jesus himself. He wants us to be kind and help others, just like we would help him.

Matthew 25:36: Naked, and ye clothed me: I was sick, and ye visited me: I was in prison, and ye came unto me.

Contradiction with Proverbs 21:13

This verse suggests that those who ignore the poor will themselves not be heard when they cry, contrasting with the compassion urged in Matthew 25:36.

Proverbs 21:13: Whoso stoppeth his ears at the cry of the poor, he also shall cry himself, but shall not be heard.

Contradiction with James 2:16

This verse highlights the insincerity of offering only words to those in need, whereas Matthew 25:36 advocates for direct action and help.

James 2:16: And one of you say unto them, Depart in peace, be [ye] warmed and filled; notwithstanding ye give them not those things which are needful to the body; what [doth it] profit?

Contradiction with 1 John 3:17

This verse questions the love of God in someone who does not help a brother in need, which contradicts neglect, opposed by the action in Matthew 25:36.

1 John 3:17: But whoso hath this world's good, and seeth his brother have need, and shutteth up his bowels [of compassion] from him, how dwelleth the love of God in him?

Contradiction with Luke 10:31-32

These verses depict the priest and the Levite ignoring the wounded man, contrasting with the call for care in Matthew 25:36.

Luke 10:31-32: And by chance there came down a certain priest that way: and when he saw him, he passed by on the other side.

Paradox #1

The potential contradiction in this verse could come from the idea of helping others who are in need, such as visiting the sick or those in prison, while other parts of the Bible emphasize strict justice or punishment for wrongdoing. This might seem inconsistent to some, as it stresses compassion and care for individuals who might be viewed as deserving of their situation due to past actions.

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