Contradiction with Genesis 2:18
This verse states, "It is not good that the man should be alone," advocating companionship through marriage, while 1 Corinthians 7:40 suggests a woman is happier if she remains unmarried.
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 1 Timothy 5:14
This verse encourages younger widows to marry, propose marriage as an ideal choice, contrary to the recommendation in 1 Corinthians 7:40 that a woman might be happier if she stays unmarried.
1 Timothy 5:14: I will therefore that the younger women marry, bear children, guide the house, give none occasion to the adversary to speak reproachfully. [to speak...: Gr. for their railing]
Contradiction with Proverbs 18:22
This verse says, "Whoso findeth a wife findeth a good thing," supporting marriage as a positive, contrasting with 1 Corinthians 7:40 which implies that staying unmarried can lead to more happiness for a woman.
Proverbs 18:22: [Whoso] findeth a wife findeth a good [thing], and obtaineth favour of the LORD.
Contradiction with Ecclesiastes 4:9-10
This passage highlights the benefits of partnership, suggesting "two are better than one," which could contradict the idea in 1 Corinthians 7:40 that a woman might be happier living without a spouse.
Ecclesiastes 4:9-10: Two [are] better than one; because they have a good reward for their labour.