Contradictions and Paradoxes in 1 Corinthians 9:8

Check out Contradictions Catalog of 1 Corinthians 9:8 for the comprehensive list of verses that contradicts 1 Corinthians 9:8. Some key contradictions and paradoxes are described below.

According to Paul, he is not just saying his own ideas but is showing that even the law teaches the same thing. He wants people to see that his message is important and true, just like the rules from long ago.

1 Corinthians 9:8: Say I these things as a man? or saith not the law the same also?

Contradiction with Matthew 5:17

"Think not that I am come to destroy the law, or the prophets: I am not come to destroy, but to fulfil." This contradicts with the idea of questioning the authority of the law, as Jesus affirms its significance.

Matthew 5:17: Think not that I am come to destroy the law, or the prophets: I am not come to destroy, but to fulfil.

Contradiction with Romans 7:12

"Wherefore the law is holy, and the commandment holy, and just, and good." This contradicts the notion of human judgment over the law's authority, emphasizing its holiness and righteousness.

Romans 7:12: Wherefore the law [is] holy, and the commandment holy, and just, and good.

Contradiction with Galatians 3:10

"For as many as are of the works of the law are under the curse: for it is written, Cursed is every one that continueth not in all things which are written in the book of the law to do them." This verse implies a strict adherence to the law, contrary to questioning its validity as Paul discusses in 1 Corinthians 9:8.

Galatians 3:10: For as many as are of the works of the law are under the curse: for it is written, Cursed [is] every one that continueth not in all things which are written in the book of the law to do them.

Contradiction with Hebrews 10:28

"He that despised Moses' law died without mercy under two or three witnesses." This highlights the severe consequences of disregarding the law, which contradicts any devaluation of its authority.

Hebrews 10:28: He that despised Moses' law died without mercy under two or three witnesses:
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