Contradictions and Paradoxes in Matthew 2:3

Check out Contradictions Catalog of Matthew 2:3 for the comprehensive list of verses that contradicts Matthew 2:3. Some key contradictions and paradoxes are described below.

According to Matthew, when King Herod heard about the birth of Jesus, he became very worried and scared, and the people in Jerusalem felt the same way. They were all concerned because they didn't know what this new king might mean for them.

Matthew 2:3: When Herod the king had heard [these things], he was troubled, and all Jerusalem with him.

Contradiction with John 16:33

This verse speaks of peace and overcoming the world, contrasting with the troubling news Herod received in Matthew 2:3.

John 16:33: These things I have spoken unto you, that in me ye might have peace. In the world ye shall have tribulation: but be of good cheer; I have overcome the world.

Contradiction with John 14:27

Jesus offers peace, unlike the distress caused by the news of His birth in Matthew 2:3.

John 14:27: Peace I leave with you, my peace I give unto you: not as the world giveth, give I unto you. Let not your heart be troubled, neither let it be afraid.

Contradiction with Philippians 4:7

Promises peace that guards the heart, opposing the turmoil Herod and Jerusalem felt in Matthew 2:3.

Philippians 4:7: And the peace of God, which passeth all understanding, shall keep your hearts and minds through Christ Jesus.

Contradiction with 2 Timothy 1:7

Talks about a spirit of power and love, in contrast to the fear and trouble described in Matthew 2:3.

2 Timothy 1:7: For God hath not given us the spirit of fear; but of power, and of love, and of a sound mind.

Contradiction with Isaiah 26:3

Mentions perfect peace from trust in God, which contradicts the unsettling reaction in Matthew 2:3.

Isaiah 26:3: Thou wilt keep [him] in perfect peace, [whose] mind [is] stayed [on thee]: because he trusteth in thee. [perfect...: Heb. peace, peace] [mind: or, thought, or, imagination]

Contradiction with Psalm 29:11

The Lord blesses with peace, conflicting with the distress in Matthew 2:3.

Psalm 29:11: The LORD will give strength unto his people; the LORD will bless his people with peace.

Contradiction with Romans 15:13

Speaks of joy and peace in believing, opposing the disturbed state in Matthew 2:3.

Romans 15:13: Now the God of hope fill you with all joy and peace in believing, that ye may abound in hope, through the power of the Holy Ghost.

Contradiction with Colossians 3:15

Let the peace of God rule, contrary to the disturbance felt in Matthew 2:3.

Colossians 3:15: And let the peace of God rule in your hearts, to the which also ye are called in one body; and be ye thankful.

Contradiction with Proverbs 3:24

Talks about sleeping without fear, which contradicts the troubling news in Matthew 2:3.

Proverbs 3:24: When thou liest down, thou shalt not be afraid: yea, thou shalt lie down, and thy sleep shall be sweet.
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