Contradictions and Paradoxes in Matthew 25:9

Check out Contradictions Catalog of Matthew 25:9 for the comprehensive list of verses that contradicts Matthew 25:9. Some key contradictions and paradoxes are described below.

According to Matthew, the wise people in the story are being careful and responsible. They tell others to get more oil for their lamps because they want to make sure everyone is ready and safe.

Matthew 25:9: But the wise answered, saying, [Not so]; lest there be not enough for us and you: but go ye rather to them that sell, and buy for yourselves.

Contradiction with Matthew 5:42

Matthew 5:42 teaches to give to those who ask and not turn them away, contradicting Matthew 25:9, where the wise virgins refuse to share their oil.

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 instructs to give to everyone who asks, conflicting with Matthew 25:9, where the wise virgins do not share their oil with the foolish ones.

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 11:10

Luke 11:10 suggests that one who asks will receive, opposing Matthew 25:9, where the request for oil is denied by the wise virgins.

Luke 11:10: For every one that asketh receiveth; and he that seeketh findeth; and to him that knocketh it shall be opened.
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