Contradiction with Ephesians 6:4
While 1 Timothy 5:1 advises gentle reproof for elders, Ephesians 6:4 instructs fathers not to provoke their children, suggesting authority figures have a responsibility toward those younger or under their care.
Ephesians 6:4: And, ye fathers, provoke not your children to wrath: but bring them up in the nurture and admonition of the Lord.
Contradiction with Exodus 20:12
This verse commands honoring one's father and mother, whereas 1 Timothy 5:1 suggests corrected behavior towards elders, which might lead to tension in respecting authority while also offering reproof.
Exodus 20:12: Honour thy father and thy mother: that thy days may be long upon the land which the LORD thy God giveth thee.
Contradiction with Proverbs 27:5
Suggests that open rebuke is better than hidden love, which can seem to contradict the advice in 1 Timothy 5:1 to not rebuke but instead treat as fathers.
Proverbs 27:5: Open rebuke [is] better than secret love.
Contradiction with Matthew 23:9
While 1 Timothy 5:1 respects the authority and position of elders, Matthew 23:9 emphasizes not calling anyone on earth 'father,' which cautions against assigning undue reverence.
Matthew 23:9: And call no [man] your father upon the earth: for one is your Father, which is in heaven.
Contradiction with Proverbs 29:15
The verse supports the idea of correction through reproof, yet 1 Timothy 5:1 suggests elders should be admonished with respect rather than criticism.
Proverbs 29:15: The rod and reproof give wisdom: but a child left [to himself] bringeth his mother to shame.