Contradictions and Paradoxes in Matthew 5:27

Check out Contradictions Catalog of Matthew 5:27 for the comprehensive list of verses that contradicts Matthew 5:27. Some key contradictions and paradoxes are described below.

According to Matthew, Jesus is reminding people that a long time ago, it was taught not to cheat on your husband or wife. He wants everyone to understand how important it is to be faithful and loving in a marriage.

Matthew 5:27: Ye have heard that it was said by them of old time, Thou shalt not commit adultery:

Contradiction with Exodus 20:14

Exodus 20:14 states "Thou shalt not commit adultery," which is consistent with Matthew 5:27, and does not provide a contradiction.

Exodus 20:14: Thou shalt not commit adultery.

Contradiction with Matthew 19:9

This verse allows for divorce on the grounds of adultery, which complements the prohibition against adultery in Matthew 5:27 rather than contradicting it.

Matthew 19:9: And I say unto you, Whosoever shall put away his wife, except [it be] for fornication, and shall marry another, committeth adultery: and whoso marrieth her which is put away doth commit adultery.

Contradiction with Hebrews 13:4

This verse honors marriage and condemns adultery, maintaining consistency with Matthew 5:27.

Hebrews 13:4: Marriage [is] honourable in all, and the bed undefiled: but whoremongers and adulterers God will judge.

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