Contradictions and Paradoxes in 2 Corinthians 11:1

Check out Contradictions Catalog of 2 Corinthians 11:1 for the comprehensive list of verses that contradicts 2 Corinthians 11:1. Some key contradictions and paradoxes are described below.

According to Paul, he is asking his friends to be patient and listen to him even if what he says sounds a bit silly. He knows they already try hard to understand him.

2 Corinthians 11:1: Would to God ye could bear with me a little in [my] folly: and indeed bear with me. [indeed bear...: or, indeed ye do bear with me]

Contradiction with Matthew 5:37

2 Corinthians 11:1 speaks of foolishness being tolerated, while Matthew 5:37 emphasizes straightforward honesty and avoiding unnecessary speech.

Matthew 5:37: But let your communication be, Yea, yea; Nay, nay: for whatsoever is more than these cometh of evil.

Contradiction with Proverbs 26:4

2 Corinthians 11:1 mentions bearing with foolishness, whereas Proverbs 26:4 advises not to answer a fool according to his folly.

Proverbs 26:4: Answer not a fool according to his folly, lest thou also be like unto him.

Contradiction with Proverbs 1:7

2 Corinthians 11:1 implies indulging in folly, but Proverbs 1:7 states that fools despise wisdom and instruction, suggesting folly is undesirable.

Proverbs 1:7: The fear of the LORD [is] the beginning of knowledge: [but] fools despise wisdom and instruction. [the beginning: or, the principal part]

Contradiction with Ephesians 5:15

2 Corinthians 11:1 comments on bearing with foolishness, yet Ephesians 5:15 urges believers to walk circumspectly, not as fools.

Ephesians 5:15: See then that ye walk circumspectly, not as fools, but as wise,

Contradiction with James 1:5

2 Corinthians 11:1 involves tolerating foolishness, but James 1:5 encourages seeking wisdom from God, contrasting the acceptance of folly.

James 1:5: If any of you lack wisdom, let him ask of God, that giveth to all [men] liberally, and upbraideth not; and it shall be given him.
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