Contradictions and Paradoxes in 1 Corinthians 1:13

Check out Contradictions Catalog of 1 Corinthians 1:13 for the comprehensive list of verses that contradicts 1 Corinthians 1:13. Some key contradictions and paradoxes are described below.

According to Paul, he is telling the people that Jesus is the one who is important, not Paul or anyone else. He wants them to remember that they should all be united because they all follow Jesus, who loves and saves them.

1 Corinthians 1:13: Is Christ divided? was Paul crucified for you? or were ye baptized in the name of Paul?

Contradiction with Matthew 10:34

This verse speaks about Jesus bringing division rather than unity, contrasting with the unity in Christ emphasized in 1 Corinthians 1:13.

Matthew 10:34: Think not that I am come to send peace on earth: I came not to send peace, but a sword.

Contradiction with Luke 12:51

Similar to Matthew 10:34, it mentions Jesus bringing division, contradicting the call for unity in Christ found in 1 Corinthians 1:13.

Luke 12:51: Suppose ye that I am come to give peace on earth? I tell you, Nay; but rather division:

Contradiction with 1 Corinthians 11:18-19

These verses acknowledge divisions and factions within the church, contrasting the unified vision suggested in 1 Corinthians 1:13.

1 Corinthians 11:18-19: For first of all, when ye come together in the church, I hear that there be divisions among you; and I partly believe it. [divisions: or, schisms]
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