Contradiction with Romans 12:1
This verse calls for believers to present their bodies as living sacrifices, holy and acceptable to God, suggesting a communal function for the body rather than individual ownership.
Romans 12:1: I beseech you therefore, brethren, by the mercies of God, that ye present your bodies a living sacrifice, holy, acceptable unto God, [which is] your reasonable service.
Contradiction with Galatians 2:20
It states that believers are crucified with Christ and Christ lives in them, emphasizing spiritual existence in Christ rather than physical bodily autonomy.
Galatians 2:20: I am crucified with Christ: nevertheless I live; yet not I, but Christ liveth in me: and the life which I now live in the flesh I live by the faith of the Son of God, who loved me, and gave himself for me.
Contradiction with Philippians 3:21
This verse talks about God transforming our lowly bodies to be like His glorious body, indicating the impermanence and lack of intrinsic value of the human body.
Philippians 3:21: Who shall change our vile body, that it may be fashioned like unto his glorious body, according to the working whereby he is able even to subdue all things unto himself.
Contradiction with Genesis 2:7
Describes the body as formed from dust, contradicting the idea of the body as a temple by emphasizing its earthly and temporary nature.
Genesis 2:7: And the LORD God formed man [of] the dust of the ground, and breathed into his nostrils the breath of life; and man became a living soul. [of the dust...: Heb. dust of the ground]
Paradox #1
Some people might see a contradiction with this verse and other passages that talk about freedom in Christ. While this verse emphasizes treating the body with respect because it is considered a temple, other parts of the Bible highlight personal freedom and not being bound by strict rules. This could seem inconsistent if one doesn't see how both ideas can work together in a spiritual life.
Paradox #2
This Bible verse emphasizes the importance of treating the body with respect, as it is considered a temple. The contradiction could arise when people use this verse to promote specific health or lifestyle choices, while disregarding personal freedom or other cultural beliefs about bodily autonomy. It could also conflict with situations where medical or health decisions are imposed on others based on this perspective, potentially leading to a tension between religious values and individual rights.