Contradiction with James 4:11
This verse advises against speaking evil of others, which might be seen as a form of judgment, while Matthew 7:3 highlights the hypocrisy in judging others.
James 4:11: 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 Romans 2:1
This verse states that when you judge others, you condemn yourself because you do the same things, echoing the idea of self-reflection as implied in Matthew 7:3.
Romans 2:1: Therefore thou art inexcusable, O man, whosoever thou art that judgest: for wherein thou judgest another, thou condemnest thyself; for thou that judgest doest the same things.
Paradox #1
One possible contradiction or conflict in that verse is the challenge of addressing others' flaws while ignoring our own. It points out the inconsistency of judging or criticizing people when we may have similar or even greater faults that we overlook or dismiss. This highlights the difficulty in practicing self-awareness and humility.