Contradiction with Galatians 3:28
Emphasizes equality in Christ, which contradicts the idea of different rules for men and women.
Galatians 3:28: There is neither Jew nor Greek, there is neither bond nor free, there is neither male nor female: for ye are all one in Christ Jesus.
Contradiction with 1 Samuel 16:7
Focuses on God's concern with the heart rather than outward appearances, opposing the emphasis on physical appearance in 1 Corinthians 11:6.
1 Samuel 16:7: But the LORD said unto Samuel, Look not on his countenance, or on the height of his stature; because I have refused him: for [the LORD seeth] not as man seeth; for man looketh on the outward appearance, but the LORD looketh on the heart. [outward...: Heb. eyes]
Contradiction with Matthew 6:25
Suggests not worrying about outward appearance, conflicting with the directive of head covering in 1 Corinthians 11:6.
Matthew 6:25: Therefore I say unto you, Take no thought for your life, what ye shall eat, or what ye shall drink; nor yet for your body, what ye shall put on. Is not the life more than meat, and the body than raiment?
Contradiction with Colossians 2:16
Advises against letting others judge you in matters of practice, which can contradict the mandate on head coverings.
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 1 Peter 3:3-4
Encourages inward beauty over outward adornment, conflicting with the focus on head coverings in 1 Corinthians 11:6.
1 Peter 3:3-4: Whose adorning let it not be that outward [adorning] of plaiting the hair, and of wearing of gold, or of putting on of apparel;
Contradiction with Romans 14:13
Warns against judging others for personal convictions, opposing the judgment implicit in 1 Corinthians 11:6.
Romans 14:13: Let us not therefore judge one another any more: but judge this rather, that no man put a stumblingblock or an occasion to fall in [his] brother's way.
Paradox #1
Some people see a contradiction with this verse and other biblical teachings about equality and respect among believers. This verse talks about how women should cover their heads, which could be seen as inconsistent with passages that emphasize equality between men and women in Christ. This might seem contradictory to the idea that all are equal in faith, regardless of gender.
Paradox #2
1 Corinthians 11:6 has been debated for its cultural context regarding women's head coverings. The contradiction or conflict arises from differing interpretations about whether the verse reflects a cultural practice specific to the time or a universal directive for all Christian women. Some argue it was about modesty and respecting social norms of that era, while others see it as a timeless religious principle. This creates inconsistency in how different Christian denominations apply it today.
Paradox #3
This verse could lead to a contradiction because it suggests specific rules about how women should present themselves, which may conflict with modern views on gender equality and personal freedom. Some people might see it as inconsistent with the broader message of love and equality in other parts of the Bible.