Contradictions and Paradoxes in 1 Corinthians 11:2

Check out Contradictions Catalog of 1 Corinthians 11:2 for the comprehensive list of verses that contradicts 1 Corinthians 11:2. Some key contradictions and paradoxes are described below.

According to Paul, he is happy that the people are remembering him and following the important rules and teachings that he gave them. These rules help them to live in a way that pleases God.

1 Corinthians 11:2: Now I praise you, brethren, that ye remember me in all things, and keep the ordinances, as I delivered [them] to you. [ordinances: or, traditions]

Contradiction with Matthew 15:3

Challenges the adherence to human traditions when they conflict with God's commandments.

Matthew 15:3: But he answered and said unto them, Why do ye also transgress the commandment of God by your tradition?

Contradiction with Colossians 2:8

Warns against being taken captive by human tradition rather than Christ.

Colossians 2:8: Beware lest any man spoil you through philosophy and vain deceit, after the tradition of men, after the rudiments of the world, and not after Christ. [rudiments: or, elements] [make a prey: or, seduce you, or, lead you astray]

Contradiction with Mark 7:8

Criticizes holding onto human traditions while setting aside God's commandments.

Mark 7:8: For laying aside the commandment of God, ye hold the tradition of men, [as] the washing of pots and cups: and many other such like things ye do.

Contradiction with Galatians 1:14

Questions the zealousness for the traditions of the fathers, implying a shift away from old traditions.

Galatians 1:14: And profited in the Jews' religion above many my equals in mine own nation, being more exceedingly zealous of the traditions of my fathers. [equals: Gr. equals in years]
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