Contradiction with John 7:24
While Matthew 7:1 advises against judging, John 7:24 instructs to judge with righteous judgment.
John 7:24: Judge not according to the appearance, but judge righteous judgment.
Contradiction with 1 Corinthians 5:12-13
Matthew 7:1 suggests refraining from judging others, yet these verses indicate that judgment is necessary within the church.
1 Corinthians 5:12-13: For what have I to do to judge them also that are without? do not ye judge them that are within?
Contradiction with James 5:19-20
Matthew 7:1 cautions against judgment, but these verses encourage correcting others who stray from the truth, implying a form of judgment.
James 5:19-20: Brethren, if any of you do err from the truth, and one convert him;
Contradiction with Galatians 6:1
This verse encourages correcting others in a spirit of gentleness, which can imply judgment, whereas Matthew 7:1 advises not to judge.
Galatians 6:1: Brethren, if a man be overtaken in a fault, ye which are spiritual, restore such an one in the spirit of meekness; considering thyself, lest thou also be tempted. [if: or, although]
Contradiction with 1 Corinthians 2:15
This verse suggests that the spiritual person judges all things, differing from the advice in Matthew 7:1 to refrain from judgment.
1 Corinthians 2:15: But he that is spiritual judgeth all things, yet he himself is judged of no man. [judgeth: or, discerneth] [judged: or, discerned]
Paradox #1
Matthew 7:1 advises against judging others. A potential contradiction arises when this is compared with other biblical passages that seem to encourage discernment or judgment, such as when members of the Christian community are advised to judge actions or behaviors. This can create confusion around when judgment is appropriate or necessary.
Paradox #2
Some people see a contradiction between the idea in this verse about not judging others and other parts of the Bible that discuss the need to judge between right and wrong or to correct someone who is doing something wrong. It seems confusing because one part says not to judge, while others say judgment or correction is needed sometimes.
Paradox #3
This verse talks about not judging others, but a contradiction might arise because other parts of the Bible discuss the need to make judgments for moral or legal reasons. This can create confusion about when and how judging is appropriate.