Contradictions and Paradoxes in Matthew 5:32

Check out Contradictions Catalog of Matthew 5:32 for the comprehensive list of verses that contradicts Matthew 5:32. Some key contradictions and paradoxes are described below.

According to Matthew, Jesus is teaching that if a man divorces his wife just because he wants to, and she hasn't done anything really wrong like being unfaithful, it can make things complicated and hurtful, like they are breaking a promise. And if someone else marries her after that, it's like they are part of breaking that promise too.

Matthew 5:32: But I say unto you, That whosoever shall put away his wife, saving for the cause of fornication, causeth her to commit adultery: and whosoever shall marry her that is divorced committeth adultery.

Contradiction with Matthew 19:9

This verse contradicts Matthew 5:32 by allowing divorce for fornication, similar to the allowance in Matthew 5:32, but without further expansions on the conditions or consequences.

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 Luke 16:18

This verse contradicts Matthew 5:32 by not providing any exception for divorce; it states that anyone who divorces and remarries commits adultery.

Luke 16:18: Whosoever putteth away his wife, and marrieth another, committeth adultery: and whosoever marrieth her that is put away from [her] husband committeth adultery.

Contradiction with Mark 10:11-12

These verses contradict Matthew 5:32 by not allowing any exceptions for divorce, stating that remarriage after divorce is adultery regardless of circumstance.

Mark 10:11-12: And he saith unto them, Whosoever shall put away his wife, and marry another, committeth adultery against her.

Paradox #1

Matthew 5:32 could be seen as conflicting with other parts of the Bible regarding divorce. In this verse, Jesus limits the grounds for divorce, which can seem inconsistent with the Old Testament law in Deuteronomy 24:1-4, where divorce is allowed for more general reasons. This difference can lead to discussions about the interpretation and application of biblical teachings on marriage and divorce.

Paradox #2

Some people see a contradiction between Matthew 5:32 and other teachings in the Bible about divorce and remarriage. In this verse, Jesus talks about when divorce is acceptable and what it means if someone remarries. This seems to be different from other parts of the Bible where divorce rules are discussed, such as in the laws of Moses, which allowed for more reasons to get a divorce, or in other teachings of Jesus and Paul that discuss marriage and divorce. This can cause confusion about what is allowed and what is not regarding divorce and remarriage.

Paradox #3

The contradiction or conflict in Matthew 5:32 can arise from the strict stance on divorce, which might seem at odds with compassion and forgiveness. It could be seen as inconsistent with the idea that personal circumstances and growth are important. Some people might feel that the teaching doesn't consider situations like abuse or unhappiness, potentially clashing with the belief in loving, supportive relationships and personal well-being.

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