Contradictions and Paradoxes in 1 Corinthians 1:14

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

According to Paul, the author of the book, he's glad he didn't baptize many people in the church, so no one would say they were baptized in his name instead of following Jesus. He only baptized two people named Crispus and Gaius.

1 Corinthians 1:14: I thank God that I baptized none of you, but Crispus and Gaius;

Contradiction with Acts 10:48

This verse records Peter commanding that Cornelius and his household be baptized, suggesting a broader practice of baptizing more than just a few individuals.

Acts 10:48: And he commanded them to be baptized in the name of the Lord. Then prayed they him to tarry certain days.

Contradiction with Matthew 28:19

Here, Jesus instructs the disciples to baptize all nations, which implies the importance and necessity of baptizing many people, contrasting with Paul's limited baptizing in 1 Corinthians 1:14.

Matthew 28:19: Go ye therefore, and teach all nations, baptizing them in the name of the Father, and of the Son, and of the Holy Ghost: [teach...: or, make disciples, or, Christians of all nations]

Contradiction with Mark 16:16

This verse associates belief and baptism with salvation, stressing the widespread necessity of baptism, in contrast to Paul's statement about having baptized only a few individuals.

Mark 16:16: He that believeth and is baptized shall be saved; but he that believeth not shall be damned.

Contradiction with John 3:22

Describes Jesus and his disciples engaging in baptism, highlighting the importance and frequent practice of baptism which seems to contradict the minimal baptizing referenced by Paul.

John 3:22: After these things came Jesus and his disciples into the land of Judaea; and there he tarried with them, and baptized.

Contradiction with Acts 2:41

Mentions the baptism of about three thousand people in one day, showing a significant contrast to the minimal baptizing that Paul speaks of doing in Corinth.

Acts 2:41: Then they that gladly received his word were baptized: and the same day there were added [unto them] about three thousand souls.
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