Contradictions and Paradoxes in 1 Peter 2:21

Check out Contradictions Catalog of 1 Peter 2:21 for the comprehensive list of verses that contradicts 1 Peter 2:21. Some key contradictions and paradoxes are described below.

According to Peter, Jesus went through hard times for us and showed us how to act, so we should try to live like Him by being kind and brave. He wants us to follow in His footsteps and do good things, even when it's tough.

1 Peter 2:21: For even hereunto were ye called: because Christ also suffered for us, leaving us an example, that ye should follow his steps: [for us: some read, for you]

Contradiction with Matthew 16:24

This verse calls for taking up one's cross and following Jesus, which emphasizes active discipleship, potentially contrasting the passive suffering described in 1 Peter 2:21.

Matthew 16:24: Then said Jesus unto his disciples, If any [man] will come after me, let him deny himself, and take up his cross, and follow me.

Contradiction with Galatians 6:2

Emphasizes bearing one another's burdens as fulfilling the law of Christ, which might contradict the idea of personal suffering and endurance as presented in 1 Peter 2:21.

Galatians 6:2: Bear ye one another's burdens, and so fulfil the law of Christ.

Contradiction with Ecclesiastes 3:4

Suggests there is a time for everything, including a time to break down and build up, which may contradict the notion of enduring suffering without seeking change as suggested in 1 Peter 2:21.

Ecclesiastes 3:4: A time to weep, and a time to laugh; a time to mourn, and a time to dance;

Contradiction with Proverbs 22:3

Recommends prudence in avoiding danger, potentially opposing the ideal of enduring suffering without interception as seen in 1 Peter 2:21.

Proverbs 22:3: A prudent [man] foreseeth the evil, and hideth himself: but the simple pass on, and are punished.

Contradiction with Luke 22:36

Encourages disciples to arm themselves, which may contradict the idea of passively suffering and enduring persecution as implied in 1 Peter 2:21.

Luke 22:36: Then said he unto them, But now, he that hath a purse, let him take [it], and likewise [his] scrip: and he that hath no sword, let him sell his garment, and buy one.

Paradox #1

The potential contradiction in this verse might be the expectation to endure suffering or wrongdoing without retaliation. This could seem inconsistent with the idea of justice or standing up against injustice, as it encourages accepting unfair treatment rather than seeking change or retribution.

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