Contradictions and Paradoxes in 2 Corinthians 10:12

Check out Contradictions Catalog of 2 Corinthians 10:12 for the comprehensive list of verses that contradicts 2 Corinthians 10:12. Some key contradictions and paradoxes are described below.

According to Paul, it's not smart to compare ourselves to others who brag about themselves, because doing so isn't wise or helpful. We should focus on being the best version of ourselves.

2 Corinthians 10:12: For we dare not make ourselves of the number, or compare ourselves with some that commend themselves: but they measuring themselves by themselves, and comparing themselves among themselves, are not wise. [are...: or, understand it not]

Contradiction with Proverbs 27:2

This verse advises letting others praise you, unlike 2 Corinthians 10:12, which speaks against self-commendation.

Proverbs 27:2: Let another man praise thee, and not thine own mouth; a stranger, and not thine own lips.

Contradiction with James 4:10

This verse encourages humility and letting God exalt you, contrary to self-exaltation mentioned in 2 Corinthians 10:12.

James 4:10: Humble yourselves in the sight of the Lord, and he shall lift you up.

Contradiction with Matthew 7:1

It warns against judging others, which contrasts with comparing oneself to others as noted in 2 Corinthians 10:12.

Matthew 7:1: Judge not, that ye be not judged.

Contradiction with Romans 12:3

It urges thinking of oneself with sober judgment, opposing the practice of measuring oneself by oneself as criticized in 2 Corinthians 10:12.

Romans 12:3: For I say, through the grace given unto me, to every man that is among you, not to think [of himself] more highly than he ought to think; but to think soberly, according as God hath dealt to every man the measure of faith. [soberly: Gr. to sobriety]

Contradiction with Luke 18:14

This verse highlights humility leading to exaltation, contrasting the self-exaltation cautioned against in 2 Corinthians 10:12.

Luke 18:14: I tell you, this man went down to his house justified [rather] than the other: for every one that exalteth himself shall be abased; and he that humbleth himself shall be exalted.
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