Contradiction with John 8:12
This verse states that Jesus is the light of the world, which contradicts Matthew 5:14 where humans are called the light of the world.
John 8:12: Then spake Jesus again unto them, saying, I am the light of the world: he that followeth me shall not walk in darkness, but shall have the light of life.
Contradiction with Isaiah 42:8
This verse declares that God gives His glory to no one else, contrasting Matthew 5:14 where people are implied to carry divine light.
Isaiah 42:8: I [am] the LORD: that [is] my name: and my glory will I not give to another, neither my praise to graven images.
Contradiction with Matthew 6:1
This verse warns against practicing righteousness before others, which could contradict the visibility of good deeds implied in Matthew 5:14.
Matthew 6:1: Take heed that ye do not your alms before men, to be seen of them: otherwise ye have no reward of your Father which is in heaven. [alms: or, righteousness] [of your: or, with your]
Contradiction with Philippians 2:15
This verse implies believers appear as lights in the world only if they are blameless, which can seem conditional compared to Matthew 5:14’s statement.
Philippians 2:15: That ye may be blameless and harmless, the sons of God, without rebuke, in the midst of a crooked and perverse nation, among whom ye shine as lights in the world; [harmless: or, sincere] [ye shine: or, shine ye]
Contradiction with 1 Corinthians 1:31
This verse emphasizes boasting in the Lord, contrasting with the implicit human role mentioned in Matthew 5:14.
1 Corinthians 1:31: That, according as it is written, He that glorieth, let him glory in the Lord.