Contradictions and Paradoxes in 1 Corinthians 1:31

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

According to Paul, when we are proud or happy about something, we should remember that it is because of God and give thanks to Him. Instead of boasting about what we can do, we should feel proud of what God does for us.

1 Corinthians 1:31: That, according as it is written, He that glorieth, let him glory in the Lord.

Contradiction with Jeremiah 9:23

This verse advises against boasting in wisdom, might, or riches, while 1 Corinthians 1:31 encourages boasting in the Lord, suggesting a contradiction in the source or subject of boasting.

Jeremiah 9:23: Thus saith the LORD, Let not the wise [man] glory in his wisdom, neither let the mighty [man] glory in his might, let not the rich [man] glory in his riches:

Contradiction with Proverbs 27:2

Encourages letting another person praise you and not your own lips, which contrasts with boasting in the Lord as personal expression in 1 Corinthians 1:31.

Proverbs 27:2: Let another man praise thee, and not thine own mouth; a stranger, and not thine own lips.

Contradiction with Matthew 6:1

Warns against performing acts of righteousness before others to be seen by them, which contradicts the idea of openly boasting in the Lord as suggested in 1 Corinthians 1:31.

Matthew 6:1: Take heed that ye do not your alms before men, to be seen of them: otherwise ye have no reward of your Father which is in heaven. [alms: or, righteousness] [of your: or, with your]

Contradiction with James 4:16

Discusses the problem of rejoicing in boasting, referring to it as evil, while 1 Corinthians 1:31 promotes boastfulness in the Lord as righteous.

James 4:16: But now ye rejoice in your boastings: all such rejoicing is evil.
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