Contradictions and Paradoxes in Matthew 26:9

Check out Contradictions Catalog of Matthew 26:9 for the comprehensive list of verses that contradicts Matthew 26:9. Some key contradictions and paradoxes are described below.

According to Matthew, some people thought the expensive ointment could have been sold to help poor people with the money instead. They believed using it this way would be better.

Matthew 26:9: For this ointment might have been sold for much, and given to the poor.

Contradiction with Matthew 26:11

Matthew 26:11 highlights the ongoing presence of the poor, implying that assistance for them could always be provided, contrasting the notion of "waste" in Matthew 26:9.

Matthew 26:11: For ye have the poor always with you; but me ye have not always.

Contradiction with John 12:8

In John 12:8, Jesus reiterates the idea of the poor always being present, suggesting a different prioritization than what is mentioned in Matthew 26:9.

John 12:8: For the poor always ye have with you; but me ye have not always.

Contradiction with Mark 14:7

Mark 14:7 echoes the sentiment that the poor are always around, placing different importance on the immediate actions taken, as opposed to the concern of waste in Matthew 26:9.

Mark 14:7: For ye have the poor with you always, and whensoever ye will ye may do them good: but me ye have not always.
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