Contradictions and Paradoxes in Matthew 8:31

Check out Contradictions Catalog of Matthew 8:31 for the comprehensive list of verses that contradicts Matthew 8:31. Some key contradictions and paradoxes are described below.

According to Matthew, the bad spirits in the story asked Jesus to let them go into a group of pigs instead of being sent away completely. They wanted to stay on Earth but in the pigs.

Matthew 8:31: So the devils besought him, saying, If thou cast us out, suffer us to go away into the herd of swine.

Contradiction with Isaiah 45:7

This verse mentions God creating evil, while Matthew 8:31 refers to demons pleading with Jesus to enter a herd of swine, suggesting different perspectives on spiritual and moral alignment.

Isaiah 45:7: I form the light, and create darkness: I make peace, and create evil: I the LORD do all these [things].

Contradiction with James 1:13

This verse states that God cannot be tempted with evil, nor does he tempt anyone, whereas Matthew 8:31 shows Jesus granting the demons' request to enter the swine, which could be seen as allowing evil influence within nature.

James 1:13: Let no man say when he is tempted, I am tempted of God: for God cannot be tempted with evil, neither tempteth he any man: [evil: or, evils]

Contradiction with 1 John 4:4

This verse highlights God’s spirit as greater within believers, contradicting the implication in Matthew 8:31 that spirits need external permission or power to act.

1 John 4:4: Ye are of God, little children, and have overcome them: because greater is he that is in you, than he that is in the world.

Contradiction with 2 Thessalonians 3:3

This verse emphasizes that the Lord is faithful, who shall establish you and keep you from evil, which contrasts with Matthew 8:31 where Jesus permits the demons' request.

2 Thessalonians 3:3: But the Lord is faithful, who shall stablish you, and keep [you] from evil.

Contradiction with Romans 16:20

This verse promises that God will crush Satan under believers' feet shortly, contradicting how the demons in Matthew 8:31 seemingly operate with certain freedom by requesting and receiving permission from Jesus.

Romans 16:20: And the God of peace shall bruise Satan under your feet shortly. The grace of our Lord Jesus Christ [be] with you. Amen. [bruise: or, tread]

Paradox #1

Some people might see a contradiction in this verse because it involves Jesus allowing demons to enter a herd of pigs, causing them to die. This could be viewed as problematic because it raises questions about animal welfare and the destruction of property. It seems inconsistent with the idea of compassion and stewardship for all living things.

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