Contradictions and Paradoxes in 1 Corinthians 5:2

Check out Contradictions Catalog of 1 Corinthians 5:2 for the comprehensive list of verses that contradicts 1 Corinthians 5:2. Some key contradictions and paradoxes are described below.

According to Paul, the people are acting too proud and are not sad about the wrong things someone has done. He thinks it's important for them to be upset and want to fix the problem by asking the person to leave.

1 Corinthians 5:2: And ye are puffed up, and have not rather mourned, that he that hath done this deed might be taken away from among you.

Contradiction with Matthew 7:1

This verse advises against judging others, which contrasts with the judgment and action against immoral behavior in 1 Corinthians 5:2.

Matthew 7:1: Judge not, that ye be not judged.

Contradiction with John 8:7

This verse suggests that only those without sin should judge or punish, contrasting with the approach of dealing with immorality in 1 Corinthians 5:2.

John 8:7: So when they continued asking him, he lifted up himself, and said unto them, He that is without sin among you, let him first cast a stone at her.

Contradiction with James 4:12

This verse highlights that there is only one lawgiver and judge, suggesting hesitancy in making judgments, contrary to the expulsion mentioned in 1 Corinthians 5:2.

James 4:12: There is one lawgiver, who is able to save and to destroy: who art thou that judgest another?

Paradox #1

This verse suggests taking action against someone in the community for wrongdoing, which might seem to conflict with other teachings in the Bible about forgiveness and love. The contradiction arises from balancing disciplinary measures with compassion and forgiveness.

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