Contradictions and Paradoxes in 1 Corinthians 11:19

Check out Contradictions Catalog of 1 Corinthians 11:19 for the comprehensive list of verses that contradicts 1 Corinthians 11:19. Some key contradictions and paradoxes are described below.

According to Paul, sometimes different groups might have different beliefs, and this helps show who is really following the right path. It's like when you see people doing things differently, and you can tell who is doing it the best way.

1 Corinthians 11:19: For there must be also heresies among you, that they which are approved may be made manifest among you. [heresies: or, sects]

Contradiction with Romans 12:18

This verse encourages living peaceably with all men, which contrasts with the notion in 1 Corinthians 11:19 that divisions or factions are necessary.

Romans 12:18: If it be possible, as much as lieth in you, live peaceably with all men.

Contradiction with 1 John 2:10

This verse promotes loving one's brother and living in light, contradicting the acceptance of divisions referenced in 1 Corinthians 11:19.

1 John 2:10: He that loveth his brother abideth in the light, and there is none occasion of stumbling in him. [occasion...: Gr. scandal]

Contradiction with James 3:16

This verse states that where envying and strife are, there is confusion and every evil work, contrasting with the idea that divisions might serve a purpose as implied in 1 Corinthians 11:19.

James 3:16: For where envying and strife [is], there [is] confusion and every evil work. [confusion: Gr. tumult, or, unquietness]

Contradiction with Galatians 5:14

This verse emphasizes love and serving one another, which contradicts the idea that factions should exist among believers as suggested in 1 Corinthians 11:19.

Galatians 5:14: For all the law is fulfilled in one word, [even] in this; Thou shalt love thy neighbour as thyself.

Contradiction with Philippians 2:3

This verse advises doing nothing through strife or vainglory, which contradicts the acceptance of necessary divisions or factions in 1 Corinthians 11:19.

Philippians 2:3: [Let] nothing [be done] through strife or vainglory; but in lowliness of mind let each esteem other better than themselves.

Paradox #1

Some people see a contradiction in how this verse seems to suggest that divisions or disagreements among believers are actually necessary to show who truly follows God's teachings. This might seem inconsistent with other biblical teachings that emphasize unity and harmony within the church.

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