Contradictions and Paradoxes in 1 Corinthians 7:37

Check out Contradictions Catalog of 1 Corinthians 7:37 for the comprehensive list of verses that contradicts 1 Corinthians 7:37. Some key contradictions and paradoxes are described below.

According to Paul, if a person decides in their heart to stay pure and isn't forced to change, and they feel strong enough to stick with their decision, that's a good choice. This means choosing to follow their own plan is seen as a positive thing.

1 Corinthians 7:37: Nevertheless he that standeth stedfast in his heart, having no necessity, but hath power over his own will, and hath so decreed in his heart that he will keep his virgin, doeth well.

Contradiction with Matthew 19:12

This verse suggests that some choose to remain celibate for the kingdom of heaven, whereas 1 Corinthians 7:37 suggests that such a decision should be firm and not compelled.

Matthew 19:12: For there are some eunuchs, which were so born from [their] mother's womb: and there are some eunuchs, which were made eunuchs of men: and there be eunuchs, which have made themselves eunuchs for the kingdom of heaven's sake. He that is able to receive [it], let him receive [it].

Contradiction with Genesis 2:24

This verse emphasizes the establishment of marriage as a union, which can contradict the idea of remaining single and steadfast in celibacy in 1 Corinthians 7:37.

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 Proverbs 18:22

This verse highlights finding a wife as a good thing, contradicting the perspective of remaining unmoved towards marriage in 1 Corinthians 7:37.

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

Contradiction with 1 Timothy 4:3

This verse criticizes forbidding to marry, which can be seen as contradicting the firm decision to remain unmarried in 1 Corinthians 7:37.

1 Timothy 4:3: Forbidding to marry, [and commanding] to abstain from meats, which God hath created to be received with thanksgiving of them which believe and know the truth.

Contradiction with Hebrews 13:4

This verse upholds the honor of marriage, which may contrast with the decision in 1 Corinthians 7:37 to remain unmarried.

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