Contradiction with Romans 14:3
This verse emphasizes not judging others in what they eat, which contradicts the warning regarding unworthy consumption found in 1 Corinthians 11:27.
Romans 14:3: Let not him that eateth despise him that eateth not; and let not him which eateth not judge him that eateth: for God hath received him.
Contradiction with Mark 7:18-19
Jesus declares all foods clean, which contrasts with the notion of eating and drinking unworthily having consequences.
Mark 7:18-19: Because it entereth not into his heart, but into the belly, and goeth out into the draught, purging all meats?
Contradiction with Matthew 15:11
This verse states that what goes into the mouth does not defile a person, contradicting the idea in 1 Corinthians 11:27 about being guilty from unworthy consumption.
Matthew 15:11: Not that which goeth into the mouth defileth a man; but that which cometh out of the mouth, this defileth a man.
Contradiction with Colossians 2:16
Advises not to let others judge you in matters of food and drink, conflicting with the guilt pronounced in 1 Corinthians 11:27.
Colossians 2:16: 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 Titus 1:15
States that to the pure, all things are pure, opposing the guilt and unworthiness associated with consumption mentioned in 1 Corinthians 11:27.
Titus 1:15: Unto the pure all things [are] pure: but unto them that are defiled and unbelieving [is] nothing pure; but even their mind and conscience is defiled.
Paradox #1
Some people might see a contradiction between 1 Corinthians 11:27 and the message of forgiveness and grace in Christianity. This verse talks about taking the Lord's Supper in an unworthy manner and being guilty. Some might wonder how this fits with the idea that Christians are forgiven and not condemned due to Jesus' sacrifice. The tension lies in balancing the call for reverence and self-examination with the message of grace and pardon.
Paradox #2
1 Corinthians 11:27 might be seen as having a doctrinal conflict with the idea of unconditional forgiveness and grace through Jesus. This is because the verse talks about eating and drinking the body and blood of the Lord in an unworthy manner leading to guilt, which seems to imply a condition or requirement for worthiness to avoid guilt. This could be seen as conflicting with the belief that faith in Jesus alone suffices for forgiveness and acceptance.
Paradox #3
Some people point out a contradiction between this verse and the idea of forgiveness. The verse warns against taking communion unworthily, which suggests judgment, while the broader Christian message emphasizes God's willingness to forgive sins if people repent. This can seem inconsistent with the idea of grace and forgiveness.
Paradox #4
The contradiction with this verse could be seen in the idea of judgment or punishment for not properly respecting a sacred ritual. Some might argue that this contradicts the idea of unconditional forgiveness and grace, which are also key messages in Christian teachings. It could seem inconsistent that a mistake or lack of understanding in a ritual could lead to severe judgment, potentially conflicting with the notion of a compassionate and forgiving deity.