Contradictions and Paradoxes in Micah 5:2

Check out Contradictions Catalog of Micah 5:2 for the comprehensive list of verses that contradicts Micah 5:2. Some key contradictions and paradoxes are described below.

According to Micah, even though Bethlehem is a small town, something very special will happen there: a great leader who has always existed will come from it to help and lead the people. This is often understood by Christians as talking about Jesus being born in Bethlehem.

Micah 5:2: But thou, Bethlehem Ephratah, [though] thou be little among the thousands of Judah, [yet] out of thee shall he come forth unto me [that is] to be ruler in Israel; whose goings forth [have been] from of old, from everlasting. [everlasting: Heb. the days of eternity]

Contradiction with John 1:46

This verse questions the significance of Nazareth, contrasting with Micah 5:2 which highlights Bethlehem.

John 1:46: And Nathanael said unto him, Can there any good thing come out of Nazareth? Philip saith unto him, Come and see.

Contradiction with Hebrews 7:3

Refers to Melchizedek as being without beginning of days, opposing Micah 5:2 which designates an origin.

Hebrews 7:3: Without father, without mother, without descent, having neither beginning of days, nor end of life; but made like unto the Son of God; abideth a priest continually. [without descent: Gr. without pedigree]

Contradiction with Matthew 2:23

States that Jesus shall be called a Nazarene, which appears to contradict the prophecy of coming from Bethlehem in Micah 5:2.

Matthew 2:23:

Contradiction with Matthew 13:55

Questions Jesus’ background and family, contrasting with Micah 5:2 which suggests a divine origin in Bethlehem.

Matthew 13:55: Is not this the carpenter's son? is not his mother called Mary? and his brethren, James, and Joses, and Simon, and Judas?

Contradiction with Luke 4:24

Indicates a prophet is not accepted in his own country, contrasting the significance attributed to Bethlehem in Micah 5:2.

Luke 4:24: And he said, Verily I say unto you, No prophet is accepted in his own country.

Paradox #1

Micah 5:2 might seem inconsistent when compared to other interpretations or texts that expect a Messiah from a different location or lineage. Some people see a contradiction with expectations that the Messiah would be a political leader or come from a more prominent place rather than humble origins. However, interpretations and beliefs vary widely.

Paradox #2

Micah 5:2 is sometimes seen as inconsistent because it mentions Bethlehem as the birthplace of a future ruler. Some argue it's a contradiction when compared with other interpretations of the ruler's origins or other messianic expectations. The details of the prophecy are debated among scholars and religious traditions, particularly when considering historical and contextual aspects.

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