Contradictions and Paradoxes in Matthew 8:15

Check out Contradictions Catalog of Matthew 8:15 for the comprehensive list of verses that contradicts Matthew 8:15. Some key contradictions and paradoxes are described below.

According to Matthew, Jesus touched the sick woman's hand, and she got better right away. Then, she got up and helped take care of everyone.

Matthew 8:15: And he touched her hand, and the fever left her: and she arose, and ministered unto them.

Contradiction with Matthew 13:58

This verse explains that Jesus did not perform many miracles in Nazareth because of their unbelief, which contradicts Matthew 8:15 where a miracle is performed without mention of any belief requirement.

Matthew 13:58: And he did not many mighty works there because of their unbelief.

Contradiction with Mark 6:5-6

These verses state that Jesus could do no mighty work in Nazareth except heal a few sick people due to unbelief, contrasting with the unimpeded healing miracle in Matthew 8:15.

Mark 6:5-6: And he could there do no mighty work, save that he laid his hands upon a few sick folk, and healed [them].

Contradiction with John 4:48

Jesus states that people will not believe unless they see signs and wonders, which goes against the straightforward and unquestioned miracle performed in Matthew 8:15 without any emphasis on belief.

John 4:48: Then said Jesus unto him, Except ye see signs and wonders, ye will not believe.

Contradiction with Matthew 12:38-39

Jesus reprimands those seeking signs, yet in Matthew 8:15, He performs a healing, appearing as if a sign is provided without objection or reprimand.

Matthew 12:38-39: Then certain of the scribes and of the Pharisees answered, saying, Master, we would see a sign from thee.
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