Contradictions and Paradoxes in 1 Corinthians 14:31

Check out Contradictions Catalog of 1 Corinthians 14:31 for the comprehensive list of verses that contradicts 1 Corinthians 14:31. Some key contradictions and paradoxes are described below.

According to Paul, everyone in the church can take turns sharing messages from God so that everyone can learn and feel happy and safe. This way, everyone can understand and feel good about what is being shared.

1 Corinthians 14:31: For ye may all prophesy one by one, that all may learn, and all may be comforted.

Contradiction with 1 Corinthians 14:34

This verse states that women should remain silent in the churches, which contradicts the idea of everyone prophesying one by one in 14:31, presumably including women.

1 Corinthians 14:34: Let your women keep silence in the churches: for it is not permitted unto them to speak; but [they are commanded] to be under obedience, as also saith the law.

Contradiction with 1 Timothy 2:12

This verse states that women are not permitted to teach or have authority over men, which contrasts with the inclusive prophesying allowed in 14:31.

1 Timothy 2:12: But I suffer not a woman to teach, nor to usurp authority over the man, but to be in silence.

Contradiction with James 3:1

This verse warns that not many should become teachers, suggesting a limitation on the number of people who should prophesy or teach, which contradicts the inclusive approach of 1 Corinthians 14:31.

James 3:1: My brethren, be not many masters, knowing that we shall receive the greater condemnation. [condemnation: or, judgment]

Contradiction with 1 Corinthians 12:29

This verse questions if all are apostles, prophets, or teachers, indicating not everyone qualifies to prophesy as implied in 14:31.

1 Corinthians 12:29: [Are] all apostles? [are] all prophets? [are] all teachers? [are] all workers of miracles? [workers...: or, powers?]
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