Contradiction with Genesis 1:27
1 Peter 3:6 speaks on the submission of women while Genesis 1:27 shows both man and woman were created in the image of God, implying equality.
Genesis 1:27: So God created man in his [own] image, in the image of God created he him; male and female created he them.
Contradiction with Galatians 3:28
Contradicts the idea of submission by stating "there is neither male nor female: for ye are all one in Christ Jesus", emphasizing equality rather than hierarchy.
Galatians 3:28: There is neither Jew nor Greek, there is neither bond nor free, there is neither male nor female: for ye are all one in Christ Jesus.
Contradiction with Ephesians 5:21
Calls for mutual submission ("submitting yourselves one to another in the fear of God"), which contrasts with the specific submissive role of women indicated in 1 Peter 3:6.
Ephesians 5:21: Submitting yourselves one to another in the fear of God.
Contradiction with Proverbs 31:10-31
Describes a virtuous woman who is strong, independent, and capable, not one who is submissive, as highlighted in 1 Peter 3:6.
Proverbs 31:10-31: Who can find a virtuous woman? for her price [is] far above rubies.
Contradiction with Judges 4:4-5
Mentions Deborah, a prophetess and leader of Israel, which contradicts the notion that women should always be in submission to men.
Judges 4:4-5: And Deborah, a prophetess, the wife of Lapidoth, she judged Israel at that time.
Contradiction with 1 Corinthians 11:11-12
Indicates that men and women are interdependent in the Lord, opposing the one-sided submission of women described in 1 Peter 3:6.
1 Corinthians 11:11-12: Nevertheless neither is the man without the woman, neither the woman without the man, in the Lord.
Paradox #1
Some people find a contradiction or conflict in that verse with modern perspectives on gender equality. It talks about submission in a way that might seem inconsistent with the idea of mutual respect and equality in relationships taught in other parts of the Bible. This can lead to debates on how to interpret the message in today's context.
Paradox #2
1 Peter 3:6 may be seen by some as conflicting with modern views on gender equality. The verse encourages women to be submissive to their husbands, which can contradict contemporary beliefs that emphasize equal partnerships in marriage, where both individuals should have equal say and respect. This creates tension between traditional and modern values regarding relationships and gender roles.