Contradictions and Paradoxes in 1 Corinthians 6:16

Check out Contradictions Catalog of 1 Corinthians 6:16 for the comprehensive list of verses that contradicts 1 Corinthians 6:16. Some key contradictions and paradoxes are described below.

According to Paul, when two people are together in a special way, they become like one person. It's important to make good choices about who to be with because it brings them very close.

1 Corinthians 6:16: What? know ye not that he which is joined to an harlot is one body? for two, saith he, shall be one flesh.

Contradiction with Genesis 2:24

This verse emphasizes the unity and becoming one flesh in marriage, whereas 1 Corinthians 6:16 highlights a physical union outside of marriage.

Genesis 2:24: Therefore shall a man leave his father and his mother, and shall cleave unto his wife: and they shall be one flesh.

Contradiction with Mark 10:9

This verse focuses on God joining a man and woman together, implying it should not be separate, contrasting with 1 Corinthians 6:16's warning about improper unions.

Mark 10:9: What therefore God hath joined together, let not man put asunder.

Contradiction with Hebrews 13:4

This verse honors marriage and condemns sexual immorality, whereas 1 Corinthians 6:16 suggests the consequences of joining outside of sacred marriage bounds.

Hebrews 13:4: Marriage [is] honourable in all, and the bed undefiled: but whoremongers and adulterers God will judge.

Paradox #1

The contradiction or conflict in 1 Corinthians 6:16 may arise from differing views on sexual relationships. The verse suggests a deep spiritual union occurs through physical intimacy, which might conflict with modern views on casual relationships or individual freedom in sexual matters. Some might see this as inconsistent with personal autonomy or contemporary social norms about relationships and sexuality.

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