Contradictions and Paradoxes in Matthew 7:13

Check out Contradictions Catalog of Matthew 7:13 for the comprehensive list of verses that contradicts Matthew 7:13. Some key contradictions and paradoxes are described below.

According to Matthew, this verse means that choosing to do the right thing can be hard, like going through a small door, but it leads to good things. Many people choose the easy way, like going through a big door, but it doesn’t lead to good things.

Matthew 7:13: Enter ye in at the strait gate: for wide [is] the gate, and broad [is] the way, that leadeth to destruction, and many there be which go in thereat: [strait: or, narrow]

Contradiction with Acts 2:21

This verse suggests that anyone who calls on the name of the Lord shall be saved, implying a broader path to salvation than suggested in Matthew 7:13.

Acts 2:21: And it shall come to pass, [that] whosoever shall call on the name of the Lord shall be saved.

Contradiction with Romans 10:13

Similar to Acts 2:21, it indicates that whoever calls on the Lord's name will be saved, contrasting with the notion of a narrow gate.

Romans 10:13: For whosoever shall call upon the name of the Lord shall be saved.

Contradiction with 1 Timothy 2:4

Describes God's desire for all people to be saved and to come to the knowledge of the truth, suggesting a possibility for many rather than few.

1 Timothy 2:4: Who will have all men to be saved, and to come unto the knowledge of the truth.

Contradiction with Revelation 7:9

Talks about a great multitude from every nation being saved, indicating a larger number than the few that find the narrow gate.

Revelation 7:9: After this I beheld, and, lo, a great multitude, which no man could number, of all nations, and kindreds, and people, and tongues, stood before the throne, and before the Lamb, clothed with white robes, and palms in their hands;

Paradox #1

Matthew 7:13 talks about the difficult path to life compared to an easy path to destruction. Some people see a contradiction when considering the idea of a loving and forgiving God. They wonder why the path to salvation is narrow and hard, risking eternal punishment for many, while a forgiving God might be expected to provide more accessible salvation for everyone. This can seem inconsistent with the idea of universal love and forgiveness.

Paradox #2

Matthew 7:13 emphasizes choosing a path that leads to life, which is often difficult, over the easier path that leads to destruction. The potential contradiction could arise when considering different religious or philosophical beliefs that offer various interpretations of what is "right" or "true." The idea of one narrow path being correct might conflict with the belief in multiple valid paths to righteousness or salvation, making inclusivity challenging.

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