Contradictions and Paradoxes in 1 Corinthians 9:13

Check out Contradictions Catalog of 1 Corinthians 9:13 for the comprehensive list of verses that contradicts 1 Corinthians 9:13. Some key contradictions and paradoxes are described below.

According to Paul, people who work in the temple and help with the special things there get their food and needs from the temple, similar to how those who serve at the altar receive their share. It's like how workers get paid for their job; the temple helpers get what they need from the temple.

1 Corinthians 9:13: Do ye not know that they which minister about holy things live [of the things] of the temple? and they which wait at the altar are partakers with the altar? [live: or, feed]

Contradiction with 1 Peter 2:5

1 Peter describes believers as a holy priesthood offering spiritual rather than material offerings, which can differ from the physical sustenance for temple workers described in 1 Corinthians 9:13.

1 Peter 2:5: Ye also, as lively stones, are built up a spiritual house, an holy priesthood, to offer up spiritual sacrifices, acceptable to God by Jesus Christ. [are: or, be ye]

Contradiction with Acts 17:24-25

It states that God does not dwell in temples made by hands, nor is He served by human hands, contradicting the idea of temple workers' service as described in 1 Corinthians 9:13.

Acts 17:24-25: God that made the world and all things therein, seeing that he is Lord of heaven and earth, dwelleth not in temples made with hands;

Contradiction with Hebrews 7:22-27

Describes Jesus as the new and eternal high priest, eliminating the need for temple services and priests as mentioned in 1 Corinthians 9:13.

Hebrews 7:22-27: By so much was Jesus made a surety of a better testament.

Contradiction with John 4:21-24

Jesus explains that true worship will not be confined to specific locations like temples, which challenges the role of temple workers in 1 Corinthians 9:13.

John 4:21-24: Jesus saith unto her, Woman, believe me, the hour cometh, when ye shall neither in this mountain, nor yet at Jerusalem, worship the Father.

Contradiction with Matthew 27:51

The tearing of the temple veil at Jesus' death signifies the end of the temple-based system, contradicting the continuation of temple services in 1 Corinthians 9:13.

Matthew 27:51: And, behold, the veil of the temple was rent in twain from the top to the bottom; and the earth did quake, and the rocks rent;

Paradox #1

The contradiction or inconsistency with this verse might relate to how different religious traditions interpret and apply practices related to temple or religious service. In ancient times, roles and practices may not align perfectly with modern interpretations or with how other cultures or religions handle similar roles, leading to differing views and potential conflicts in understanding.

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