Contradictions and Paradoxes in 2 Corinthians 10:18

Check out Contradictions Catalog of 2 Corinthians 10:18 for the comprehensive list of verses that contradicts 2 Corinthians 10:18. Some key contradictions and paradoxes are described below.

According to Paul, it's not important to praise yourself and say how good you are, but what really matters is when God says you're doing a good job.

2 Corinthians 10:18: For not he that commendeth himself is approved, but whom the Lord commendeth.

Contradiction with Proverbs 27:2

This verse advises that one's praise should come from others instead of from one's own mouth, which contrasts with the emphasis on external commendation in 2 Corinthians 10:18, suggesting the focus shouldn't be solely on external validation.

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

Contradiction with Romans 14:4

This verse underscores that only the Lord can properly judge and commend individuals, contrasting with the idea in 2 Corinthians 10:18 that external commendation is what counts.

Romans 14:4: Who art thou that judgest another man's servant? to his own master he standeth or falleth. Yea, he shall be holden up: for God is able to make him stand.

Contradiction with Matthew 6:1

This verse warns against seeking approval from others for righteous acts, which contrasts with the importance of being commended by others in 2 Corinthians 10:18.

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 encourages personal satisfaction in one's own work without relying on the approval of others, contrasting with the external commendation mentioned in 2 Corinthians 10:18.

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 1 Corinthians 4:3-4

These verses illustrate that human judgment is of little importance compared to God's, suggesting a contrast with the external commendation focus of 2 Corinthians 10:18.

1 Corinthians 4:3-4: But with me it is a very small thing that I should be judged of you, or of man's judgment: yea, I judge not mine own self. [judgment: Gr. day]
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