Contradictions and Paradoxes in Matthew 8:34

Check out Contradictions Catalog of Matthew 8:34 for the comprehensive list of verses that contradicts Matthew 8:34. Some key contradictions and paradoxes are described below.

According to Matthew, the people in the city asked Jesus to leave because they were surprised and maybe a bit scared by what he had done. They didn't understand who he really was or why he was there.

Matthew 8:34: And, behold, the whole city came out to meet Jesus: and when they saw him, they besought [him] that he would depart out of their coasts.

Contradiction with Matthew 11:28

In Matthew 8:34, the people ask Jesus to depart from their region, rejecting Him, whereas in Matthew 11:28, Jesus invites all to come to Him for rest, indicating acceptance and welcome.

Matthew 11:28: Come unto me, all [ye] that labour and are heavy laden, and I will give you rest.

Contradiction with John 1:11

Matthew 8:34 describes people rejecting Jesus, which is similar to John 1:11, where it states Jesus came to His own, and His own did not receive Him, not directly contradicting but affirming rejection.

John 1:11: He came unto his own, and his own received him not.

Contradiction with John 6:37

In Matthew 8:34, Jesus is asked to leave, while John 6:37 promises that whoever comes to Jesus will not be cast out, suggesting acceptance rather than rejection.

John 6:37: All that the Father giveth me shall come to me; and him that cometh to me I will in no wise cast out.

Contradiction with Matthew 19:14

Whereas in Matthew 8:34, the people reject Jesus, in Matthew 19:14, Jesus encourages children to come to Him, highlighting an open invitation rather than dismissal.

Matthew 19:14: But Jesus said, Suffer little children, and forbid them not, to come unto me: for of such is the kingdom of heaven.
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