Contradictions and Paradoxes in 1 Corinthians 14:6

Check out Contradictions Catalog of 1 Corinthians 14:6 for the comprehensive list of verses that contradicts 1 Corinthians 14:6. Some key contradictions and paradoxes are described below.

According to Paul, speaking in different languages doesn't help anyone unless it teaches them something or shares important messages from God. It's better to say things that help others understand and learn.

1 Corinthians 14:6: Now, brethren, if I come unto you speaking with tongues, what shall I profit you, except I shall speak to you either by revelation, or by knowledge, or by prophesying, or by doctrine?

Contradiction with Proverbs 17:27

Expresses the value of using knowledge sparingly, whereas 1 Corinthians 14:6 values speaking with knowledge and understanding in abundance.

Proverbs 17:27: He that hath knowledge spareth his words: [and] a man of understanding is of an excellent spirit. [an...: or, a cool]

Contradiction with Ecclesiastes 5:2

Advises against being hasty with words, contrasting with 1 Corinthians 14:6, which emphasizes the importance of speech that imparts knowledge and revelation.

Ecclesiastes 5:2: Be not rash with thy mouth, and let not thine heart be hasty to utter [any] thing before God: for God [is] in heaven, and thou upon earth: therefore let thy words be few. [thing: or, word]

Contradiction with Matthew 6:7

Warns against vain repetitions and many words, whereas 1 Corinthians 14:6 discusses speaking at length to convey understanding or revelation.

Matthew 6:7: But when ye pray, use not vain repetitions, as the heathen [do]: for they think that they shall be heard for their much speaking.

Contradiction with James 1:19

Encourages being slow to speak, seemingly contradicting 1 Corinthians 14:6's focus on sharing knowledge and prophecy through speech.

James 1:19: Wherefore, my beloved brethren, let every man be swift to hear, slow to speak, slow to wrath:

Contradiction with Proverbs 10:19

States that in the multitude of words sin is not absent, which appears contrary to 1 Corinthians 14:6's emphasis on speaking words of knowledge and revelation.

Proverbs 10:19: In the multitude of words there wanteth not sin: but he that refraineth his lips [is] wise.
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