Contradictions and Paradoxes in 1 Corinthians 11:28

Check out Contradictions Catalog of 1 Corinthians 11:28 for the comprehensive list of verses that contradicts 1 Corinthians 11:28. Some key contradictions and paradoxes are described below.

According to Paul, before joining in a special meal to remember Jesus, each person should think about what they've done and make sure their heart is in the right place. It's like checking if you're ready and respectful before a big, important event.

1 Corinthians 11:28: But let a man examine himself, and so let him eat of [that] bread, and drink of [that] cup.

Contradiction with Romans 14:3

Romans 14:3 suggests not judging or excluding those with different eating practices, whereas 1 Corinthians 11:28 emphasizes self-examination specific to participating in communion, which implies a form of self-judgment.

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 Matthew 7:1

Matthew 7:1 warns against judging others, in contrast to 1 Corinthians 11:28, which focuses on the need for personal self-examination before participating in communion.

Matthew 7:1: Judge not, that ye be not judged.

Contradiction with Luke 6:37

Luke 6:37 advises against judging and condemning others, while 1 Corinthians 11:28 requires individuals to judge themselves to partake worthily in communion.

Luke 6:37: Judge not, and ye shall not be judged: condemn not, and ye shall not be condemned: forgive, and ye shall be forgiven:

Contradiction with James 4:11-12

James 4:11-12 cautions against judging others, but 1 Corinthians 11:28 involves making judgments about oneself in preparation for communion.

James 4:11-12: Speak not evil one of another, brethren. He that speaketh evil of [his] brother, and judgeth his brother, speaketh evil of the law, and judgeth the law: but if thou judge the law, thou art not a doer of the law, but a judge.

Contradiction with Colossians 2:16

Colossians 2:16 states that no one should judge others regarding religious matters, yet 1 Corinthians 11:28 asks believers to examine themselves specifically regarding communion participation.

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]
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