Contradictions and Paradoxes in 1 Peter 5:9

Check out Contradictions Catalog of 1 Peter 5:9 for the comprehensive list of verses that contradicts 1 Peter 5:9. Some key contradictions and paradoxes are described below.

According to Peter, Christians should stay strong and keep their faith even when bad things happen because other Christians around the world are going through the same tough times. This means they are not alone and can help each other be brave.

1 Peter 5:9: Whom resist stedfast in the faith, knowing that the same afflictions are accomplished in your brethren that are in the world.

Contradiction with Matthew 5:39

Suggests turning the other cheek and not resisting evil, contrary to resisting in faith.

Matthew 5:39: But I say unto you, That ye resist not evil: but whosoever shall smite thee on thy right cheek, turn to him the other also.

Contradiction with Luke 6:29

Advises offering the other cheek, which appears to not resist, unlike standing firm in faith.

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 Romans 12:19-20

Commands not to avenge, but rather leave wrath to God, which can seem passive as opposed to resisting steadfast in faith.

Romans 12:19-20: Dearly beloved, avenge not yourselves, but [rather] give place unto wrath: for it is written, Vengeance [is] mine; I will repay, saith the Lord.

Contradiction with Matthew 5:44

Encourages loving and blessing enemies, which might contrast with the active resistance mentioned in steadfast faith.

Matthew 5:44: But I say unto you, Love your enemies, bless them that curse you, do good to them that hate you, and pray for them which despitefully use you, and persecute you;

Contradiction with James 4:7

Says to submit to God and resist the devil, which seems contradictory in terms of resistance methods compared to resisting in faith.

James 4:7: Submit yourselves therefore to God. Resist the devil, and he will flee from you.

Contradiction with Proverbs 24:29

Advises not to say ‘I will do so to him as he hath done to me’, which can be seen as passive compared to resisting steadfast in faith.

Proverbs 24:29: Say not, I will do so to him as he hath done to me: I will render to the man according to his work.
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