Contradictions and Paradoxes in 1 Corinthians 16:11

Check out Contradictions Catalog of 1 Corinthians 16:11 for the comprehensive list of verses that contradicts 1 Corinthians 16:11. Some key contradictions and paradoxes are described below.

According to Paul, Christians should welcome and be nice to his friend when he visits, making sure he is safe and happy, because Paul is eager to see him along with others.

1 Corinthians 16:11: Let no man therefore despise him: but conduct him forth in peace, that he may come unto me: for I look for him with the brethren.

Contradiction with Matthew 10:14

This verse contradicts 1 Corinthians 16:11 by instructing to shake off the dust from feet as testimony against those who do not receive or hear the message, while 1 Corinthians 16:11 encourages acceptance and support for a messenger.

Matthew 10:14: And whosoever shall not receive you, nor hear your words, when ye depart out of that house or city, shake off the dust of your feet.

Contradiction with Proverbs 15:1

This verse emphasizes the use of a soft answer to turn away wrath, which contradicts the emphasis on not despising or dismissing someone in 1 Corinthians 16:11, which may suggest more proactive support.

Proverbs 15:1: A soft answer turneth away wrath: but grievous words stir up anger.

Contradiction with Luke 10:10-11

Contradicts 1 Corinthians 16:11 by instructing to express dissent by wiping dust off feet against cities that do not receive the message, opposing the support urged in the latter verse.

Luke 10:10-11: But into whatsoever city ye enter, and they receive you not, go your ways out into the streets of the same, and say,
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