Contradictions and Paradoxes in 1 Corinthians 7:10

Check out Contradictions Catalog of 1 Corinthians 7:10 for the comprehensive list of verses that contradicts 1 Corinthians 7:10. Some key contradictions and paradoxes are described below.

According to Paul, God says married people should stay together and not leave each other. It's important for husbands and wives to work through their problems and keep their promise of being together.

1 Corinthians 7:10: And unto the married I command, [yet] not I, but the Lord, Let not the wife depart from [her] husband:

Contradiction with Matthew 19:6

This verse speaks of the permanence of marriage, emphasizing that what God has joined, no man should separate, while 1 Corinthians 7:10 allows for separation in certain circumstances.

Matthew 19:6: Wherefore they are no more twain, but one flesh. What therefore God hath joined together, let not man put asunder.

Contradiction with Malachi 2:16

This verse states that God hates divorce, presenting a strong admonition against it, contrasting with 1 Corinthians 7:10 which permits separation under guidance.

Malachi 2:16: For the LORD, the God of Israel, saith that he hateth putting away: for [one] covereth violence with his garment, saith the LORD of hosts: therefore take heed to your spirit, that ye deal not treacherously. [that he...: or, if he hate her, put her away] [putting...: Heb. to put away]
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