Contradictions and Paradoxes in Matthew 9:23

Check out Contradictions Catalog of Matthew 9:23 for the comprehensive list of verses that contradicts Matthew 9:23. Some key contradictions and paradoxes are described below.

According to Matthew, Jesus walked into the leader's house and saw people playing musical instruments and making a lot of noise because they were sad. He was there to bring comfort and perform a miracle.

Matthew 9:23: And when Jesus came into the ruler's house, and saw the minstrels and the people making a noise,

Contradiction with Matthew 6:5

In Matthew 6:5, Jesus criticizes hypocrites for drawing attention to themselves in public displays, contrasting with Matthew 9:23 where there is a public commotion and mourning before a miracle.

Matthew 6:5: And when thou prayest, thou shalt not be as the hypocrites [are]: for they love to pray standing in the synagogues and in the corners of the streets, that they may be seen of men. Verily I say unto you, They have their reward.

Contradiction with John 11:33

John 11:33 depicts Jesus being deeply moved and troubled by the display of mourning, which seems at odds with Matthew 9:23, where He is calm in the face of a noisy commotion.

John 11:33: When Jesus therefore saw her weeping, and the Jews also weeping which came with her, he groaned in the spirit, and was troubled, [was troubled: Gr. he troubled himself]

Contradiction with Mark 5:39

In Mark 5:39, Jesus questions the need for weeping and noise, which contrasts with the situation in Matthew 9:23 where such activities are already taking place.

Mark 5:39: And when he was come in, he saith unto them, Why make ye this ado, and weep? the damsel is not dead, but sleepeth.
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