Contradictions and Paradoxes in Matthew 4:22

Check out Contradictions Catalog of Matthew 4:22 for the comprehensive list of verses that contradicts Matthew 4:22. Some key contradictions and paradoxes are described below.

According to Matthew, this verse shows how much the people loved and trusted Jesus. They left everything, even their boat and family, right away to follow and learn from Him.

Matthew 4:22: And they immediately left the ship and their father, and followed him.

Contradiction with John 6:66

Unlike the immediate following of Jesus in Matthew 4:22, this verse shows disciples turning away from Jesus.

John 6:66: From that [time] many of his disciples went back, and walked no more with him.

Contradiction with Luke 9:59-60

While Matthew 4:22 emphasizes immediate following without hesitation, these verses show a disciple wanting to delay following Jesus to bury his father.

Luke 9:59-60: And he said unto another, Follow me. But he said, Lord, suffer me first to go and bury my father.

Contradiction with Matthew 19:21-22

Contradicts Matthew 4:22 by depicting the rich young ruler who, unlike the disciples, did not immediately follow Jesus due to his attachment to possessions.

Matthew 19:21-22: Jesus said unto him, If thou wilt be perfect, go [and] sell that thou hast, and give to the poor, and thou shalt have treasure in heaven: and come [and] follow me.

Contradiction with John 12:42-43

Contradicts the immediate response in Matthew 4:22 by highlighting how some rulers believed in Jesus but did not confess him due to fear of the Pharisees and a desire for approval from others.

John 12:42-43: Nevertheless among the chief rulers also many believed on him; but because of the Pharisees they did not confess [him], lest they should be put out of the synagogue:

Contradiction with Luke 14:18-20

This passage presents excuses made by individuals invited to a banquet, contrasting with the prompt action seen in Matthew 4:22.

Luke 14:18-20: And they all with one [consent] began to make excuse. The first said unto him, I have bought a piece of ground, and I must needs go and see it: I pray thee have me excused.
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