Contradictions and Paradoxes in 1 Corinthians 11:20

Check out Contradictions Catalog of 1 Corinthians 11:20 for the comprehensive list of verses that contradicts 1 Corinthians 11:20. Some key contradictions and paradoxes are described below.

According to Paul, when you all gather together, it’s not just about eating a big meal like you would at a party. Instead, it's about remembering Jesus and what He taught us.

1 Corinthians 11:20: When ye come together therefore into one place, [this] is not to eat the Lord's supper. [this...: or, ye cannot eat]

Contradiction with Mark 2:27

Jesus teaches that the Sabbath was made for man, suggesting the practices of faith should serve the people's needs, contrasting with Paul's criticism of improper gatherings.

Mark 2:27: And he said unto them, The sabbath was made for man, and not man for the sabbath:

Contradiction with Matthew 18:20

Jesus emphasizes that where two or three are gathered in His name, He is present, indicating the validity of any gathering in His name, contrasting with the criticism in 1 Corinthians 11:20.

Matthew 18:20: For where two or three are gathered together in my name, there am I in the midst of them.

Contradiction with Romans 14:17

Paul states that the kingdom of God is not about eating and drinking, but righteousness and peace, suggesting a broader understanding of religious gatherings than focused criticisms.

Romans 14:17: For the kingdom of God is not meat and drink; but righteousness, and peace, and joy in the Holy Ghost.

Contradiction with Colossians 2:16-17

Paul argues against judging others in regard to food and drink or a festival, indicating freedom in how sacred meals are observed, contrasting with the correction in etiquette in 1 Corinthians 11:20.

Colossians 2:16-17: Let no man therefore judge you in meat, or in drink, or in respect of an holyday, or of the new moon, or of the sabbath [days]: [in meat...: or, for eating and drinking] [respect: or, part]

Contradiction with John 13:34-35

The commandment to love one another defines discipleship, suggesting the quality of community is more important than the proper observance critiqued in 1 Corinthians 11:20.

John 13:34-35: A new commandment I give unto you, That ye love one another; as I have loved you, that ye also love one another.
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