Contradictions and Paradoxes in 1 Corinthians 7:1

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

According to Paul, he is saying that it can be good for a man not to get married. This advice is given to help people focus on serving God.

1 Corinthians 7:1: Now concerning the things whereof ye wrote unto me: [It is] good for a man not to touch a woman.

Contradiction with Genesis 2:18

Contradicts the idea of it being good for a man not to touch a woman by stating, "It is not good that the man should be alone; I will make him an help meet for him."

Genesis 2:18: And the LORD God said, [It is] not good that the man should be alone; I will make him an help meet for him. [meet...: Heb. as before him]

Contradiction with Proverbs 18:22

Suggests the value in finding a wife, saying, "Whoso findeth a wife findeth a good thing, and obtaineth favour of the Lord," which may contrast with the notion of abstaining from touching a woman.

Proverbs 18:22: [Whoso] findeth a wife findeth a good [thing], and obtaineth favour of the LORD.

Contradiction with Hebrews 13:4

Emphasizes the honor in marriage, stating, "Marriage is honourable in all, and the bed undefiled," suggesting a positive view toward marital relations.

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

Contradiction with Ecclesiastes 4:9-10

Highlights the benefits of companionship, "Two are better than one; because they have a good reward for their labour," which may contrast with the singleness advocated in 1 Corinthians 7:1.

Ecclesiastes 4:9-10: Two [are] better than one; because they have a good reward for their labour.
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