Contradiction with John 1:46
This verse questions the significance of Nazareth, implying no notable figure could come from there, which contrasts with Matthew 2:23 stating that Jesus being from Nazareth fulfills prophecy.
John 1:46: And Nathanael said unto him, Can there any good thing come out of Nazareth? Philip saith unto him, Come and see.
Contradiction with Isaiah 11:1
Isaiah 11:1 speaks of a "rod out of the stem of Jesse," traditionally interpreted as the Messiah, coming from Bethlehem, not Nazareth, conflicting with the claim in Matthew 2:23.
Isaiah 11:1: And there shall come forth a rod out of the stem of Jesse, and a Branch shall grow out of his roots:
Contradiction with Micah 5:2
This verse predicts the Messiah to come from Bethlehem, which contrasts with Matthew 2:23 associating fulfillment of prophecy with Nazareth.
Micah 5:2: But thou, Bethlehem Ephratah, [though] thou be little among the thousands of Judah, [yet] out of thee shall he come forth unto me [that is] to be ruler in Israel; whose goings forth [have been] from of old, from everlasting. [everlasting: Heb. the days of eternity]
Contradiction with Hebrews 7:14
This verse mentions Jesus's lineage from the tribe of Judah, without reference to Nazareth, potentially conflicting with the significance placed on Nazareth in Matthew 2:23.
Hebrews 7:14: For [it is] evident that our Lord sprang out of Juda; of which tribe Moses spake nothing concerning priesthood.
Paradox #1
Some people point out that Matthew 2:23 refers to a prophecy that Jesus would be called a Nazarene, but there is no specific Old Testament prophecy that states this. This has led to discussions about whether Matthew was summarizing a general theme from different scriptures or if it's a reference we no longer have. This can be seen as a conflict regarding biblical prophecy fulfillment.
Paradox #2
The doctrinal conflict with Matthew 2:23 is that it references a prophecy that Jesus would be called a Nazarene, but there is no specific Old Testament prophecy that explicitly states this. This can cause confusion or be seen as inconsistent because other prophecies about Jesus cited in the New Testament have clear Old Testament sources. Some suggest it might refer to a broader theme of the Messiah being despised, as Nazareth was a lowly place.
Paradox #3
There is a potential inconsistency because there is no Old Testament prophecy explicitly stating that someone would be called a Nazarene. This has puzzled scholars and led to debates about what Matthew was referencing.