Contradiction with Romans 14:10
This verse emphasizes refraining from judging others, indicating that judgement should be left to God, contrasting the personal measure of judgement in Matthew 7:2.
Romans 14:10: But why dost thou judge thy brother? or why dost thou set at nought thy brother? for we shall all stand before the judgment seat of Christ.
Contradiction with James 4:11-12
These verses warn against judging others and state there is one lawgiver and judge, which contrasts with the reciprocal judgement notion in Matthew 7:2.
James 4:11-12: Speak not evil one of another, brethren. He that speaketh evil of [his] brother, and judgeth his brother, speaketh evil of the law, and judgeth the law: but if thou judge the law, thou art not a doer of the law, but a judge.
Contradiction with John 7:24
This verse instructs to judge righteous judgment, suggesting a nuanced approach to judging that contrasts with the strict reciprocity implied in Matthew 7:2.
John 7:24: Judge not according to the appearance, but judge righteous judgment.
Contradiction with 1 Corinthians 4:5
This verse advises against judging before the time when the Lord comes, focusing judgement on divine timing rather than human reciprocity as in Matthew 7:2.
1 Corinthians 4:5: Therefore judge nothing before the time, until the Lord come, who both will bring to light the hidden things of darkness, and will make manifest the counsels of the hearts: and then shall every man have praise of God.
Contradiction with Luke 6:37
While similar in promoting non-judgment, this verse focuses on forgiveness and mercy, differing slightly from the measure-for-measure principle in Matthew 7:2.
Luke 6:37: Judge not, and ye shall not be judged: condemn not, and ye shall not be condemned: forgive, and ye shall be forgiven:
Paradox #1
The potential contradiction in Matthew 7:2 might arise when considering the idea of divine grace and forgiveness. If judgment is measured back to individuals as they judge others, it may seem to conflict with the concept of unconditional forgiveness and grace offered by God throughout the Bible. This tension could arise when debating how justice, judgment, and mercy coexist within Christian theology.
Paradox #2
The contradiction could arise if someone judges others harshly but expects to be judged leniently themselves. It suggests a conflict between wanting fairness in receiving judgment but not extending the same fairness to others.