Contradiction with Genesis 3:16
This verse suggests a husband's rule over his wife, contrasting with the call for giving honor to one's wife in 1 Peter 3:7.
Genesis 3:16: Unto the woman he said, I will greatly multiply thy sorrow and thy conception; in sorrow thou shalt bring forth children; and thy desire [shall be] to thy husband, and he shall rule over thee. [to thy...: or, subject to thy husband]
Contradiction with 1 Timothy 2:12
This verse restricts a woman's authority over a man, which appears to contradict the notion of honoring wives as equal partners in 1 Peter 3:7.
1 Timothy 2:12: But I suffer not a woman to teach, nor to usurp authority over the man, but to be in silence.
Paradox #1
1 Peter 3:7 might be seen as inconsistent with the idea of gender equality in modern times. The verse can be interpreted as suggesting that women are weaker and should be treated with understanding, which might conflict with the view of men and women having equal status and strength in all aspects. This could be seen as a contradiction with the belief in equal respect and value for both genders.
Paradox #2
Some people see a contradiction in how the verse emphasizes husbands treating their wives with understanding and respect, while other parts of historical cultural context or other biblical texts might depict women in less equal terms. This can lead to discussions about how consistent the message of equality and respect is across different parts of the Bible.
Paradox #3
The contradiction or inconsistency in this verse could be seen in its directive for men to honor their wives while also suggesting a view of women as weaker. This could conflict with modern views on gender equality, where men and women are considered equal in strength and capability. Some may see it as inconsistent to advocate for honor while simultaneously implying inferiority.