Contradictions and Paradoxes in 1 Corinthians 8:3

Check out Contradictions Catalog of 1 Corinthians 8:3 for the comprehensive list of verses that contradicts 1 Corinthians 8:3. Some key contradictions and paradoxes are described below.

According to Paul, if someone loves God, then God knows them well and is close to them. This means that loving God helps us have a special friendship with Him.

1 Corinthians 8:3: But if any man love God, the same is known of him.

Contradiction with 1 John 4:8

This verse states "He that loveth not knoweth not God; for God is love," which implies that knowing God is tied to love, whereas 1 Corinthians 8:3 says being known by God is contingent on loving Him.

1 John 4:8: He that loveth not knoweth not God; for God is love.

Contradiction with James 2:19

This verse states "Thou believest that there is one God; thou doest well: the devils also believe, and tremble," suggesting belief isn't enough for God's acknowledgment, whereas 1 Corinthians 8:3 links God's knowledge to loving Him.

James 2:19: Thou believest that there is one God; thou doest well: the devils also believe, and tremble.
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