Contradictions and Paradoxes in 1 Peter 4:15

Check out Contradictions Catalog of 1 Peter 4:15 for the comprehensive list of verses that contradicts 1 Peter 4:15. Some key contradictions and paradoxes are described below.

According to Peter, Christians should not get into trouble because they did bad things like hurting others, stealing, or being nosy in other people's business. Instead, they should try to live in a kind and good way.

1 Peter 4:15: But let none of you suffer as a murderer, or [as] a thief, or [as] an evildoer, or as a busybody in other men's matters.

Contradiction with Exodus 22:2

This verse permits killing a thief caught breaking in, which contrasts with 1 Peter 4:15's admonishment against murder.

Exodus 22:2: If a thief be found breaking up, and be smitten that he die, [there shall] no blood [be shed] for him.

Contradiction with Luke 6:29

This verse encourages turning the other cheek, which contrasts with 1 Peter 4:15's stance against retaliatory actions.

Luke 6:29: And unto him that smiteth thee on the [one] cheek offer also the other; and him that taketh away thy cloke forbid not [to take thy] coat also.

Contradiction with Proverbs 20:22

Advises against seeking personal vengeance, which contrasts with 1 Peter 4:15's warning about suffering as a murderer.

Proverbs 20:22: Say not thou, I will recompense evil; [but] wait on the LORD, and he shall save thee.

Paradox #1

This verse advises against being a troublemaker or doing wrong things, but there might be a contradiction if someone interprets the Bible's guidance differently or selectively. Some biblical stories involve actions that could be seen as troubling or wrong but were depicted as justified in those contexts. This can create inconsistency in understanding what is considered wrong behavior.

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