Contradictions and Paradoxes in Matthew 7:28

Check out Contradictions Catalog of Matthew 7:28 for the comprehensive list of verses that contradicts Matthew 7:28. Some key contradictions and paradoxes are described below.

According to Matthew, when Jesus finished talking, the people were surprised and amazed by what he said because it was very special and wise. They thought his teachings were different and powerful.

Matthew 7:28: And it came to pass, when Jesus had ended these sayings, the people were astonished at his doctrine:

Contradiction with Ecclesiastes 5:2

Advises not to be rash with words, while Matthew 7:28 notes Jesus astonished crowds with authoritative teaching.

Ecclesiastes 5:2: Be not rash with thy mouth, and let not thine heart be hasty to utter [any] thing before God: for God [is] in heaven, and thou upon earth: therefore let thy words be few. [thing: or, word]

Contradiction with Proverbs 21:23

Suggests guarding one's mouth to avoid trouble, contrasting with Jesus speaking openly and astonishing in Matthew 7:28.

Proverbs 21:23: Whoso keepeth his mouth and his tongue keepeth his soul from troubles.

Contradiction with James 1:19

Encourages being slow to speak, whereas Matthew 7:28 shows Jesus teaching openly and extensively.

James 1:19: Wherefore, my beloved brethren, let every man be swift to hear, slow to speak, slow to wrath:

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