Contradictions and Paradoxes in 2 Corinthians 10:15

Check out Contradictions Catalog of 2 Corinthians 10:15 for the comprehensive list of verses that contradicts 2 Corinthians 10:15. Some key contradictions and paradoxes are described below.

According to Paul, the author of the book, he is telling the people not to brag about things they didn't do themselves. Instead, he hopes that as their faith gets bigger, they will help him spread the good news to more and more people.

2 Corinthians 10:15: Not boasting of things without [our] measure, [that is], of other men's labours; but having hope, when your faith is increased, that we shall be enlarged by you according to our rule abundantly, [enlarged...: or, magnified in you]

Contradiction with Matthew 6:1

This verse advises against doing good deeds for recognition, which contrasts with boasting about others' labor in 2 Corinthians 10:15.

Matthew 6:1: Take heed that ye do not your alms before men, to be seen of them: otherwise ye have no reward of your Father which is in heaven. [alms: or, righteousness] [of your: or, with your]

Contradiction with Galatians 6:4

This verse instructs individuals to take pride in their own work rather than in others' achievements, which contradicts the stance in 2 Corinthians 10:15 about boasting within another's sphere of influence.

Galatians 6:4: But let every man prove his own work, and then shall he have rejoicing in himself alone, and not in another.

Contradiction with Philippians 2:3

This verse emphasizes humility and valuing others above oneself, contrary to the idea of extending one's pride over others' contributions as mentioned in 2 Corinthians 10:15.

Philippians 2:3: [Let] nothing [be done] through strife or vainglory; but in lowliness of mind let each esteem other better than themselves.

Contradiction with Proverbs 27:2

This verse advises letting others praise you instead of self-promotion, which contradicts taking credit for labor done by others in the context of 2 Corinthians 10:15.

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

Contradiction with Romans 12:3

This verse encourages sober self-assessment rather than thinking highly of oneself based on others' labors, in contrast to the boasting mentioned in 2 Corinthians 10:15.

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]
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