Contradictions and Paradoxes in 1 Corinthians 2:7

Check out Contradictions Catalog of 1 Corinthians 2:7 for the comprehensive list of verses that contradicts 1 Corinthians 2:7. Some key contradictions and paradoxes are described below.

According to Paul, this verse means that God has special, secret wisdom that was always part of His plan, and He shares it with us to help us understand and shine. This wisdom was decided by God even before the world began.

1 Corinthians 2:7: But we speak the wisdom of God in a mystery, [even] the hidden [wisdom], which God ordained before the world unto our glory:

Contradiction with Proverbs 2:6

It states that wisdom comes directly from the Lord, contradicting the concept of a hidden wisdom.

Proverbs 2:6: For the LORD giveth wisdom: out of his mouth [cometh] knowledge and understanding.

Contradiction with James 1:5

Encourages believers to ask God for wisdom, suggesting it is available rather than a secret.

James 1:5: If any of you lack wisdom, let him ask of God, that giveth to all [men] liberally, and upbraideth not; and it shall be given him.

Contradiction with Matthew 11:25

Indicates that hidden things are revealed to babes, whereas 1 Corinthians 2:7 speaks of hidden wisdom.

Matthew 11:25: At that time Jesus answered and said, I thank thee, O Father, Lord of heaven and earth, because thou hast hid these things from the wise and prudent, and hast revealed them unto babes.

Paradox #1

The verse refers to a "mystery" or "hidden wisdom" from God that was planned before time began. Some scholars suggest a contradiction with the idea that God's plan has always been clear and accessible to all people, as suggested in other parts of the Bible. This creates a tension between the concepts of divine mystery and divine revelation.

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