Contradictions and Paradoxes in 2 Corinthians 11:16

Check out Contradictions Catalog of 2 Corinthians 11:16 for the comprehensive list of verses that contradicts 2 Corinthians 11:16. Some key contradictions and paradoxes are described below.

According to Paul, he's saying, "Please don't think I'm silly, but if you do, let me be silly for a moment so I can share my story." He's trying to show that even if it seems silly, what he says is important.

2 Corinthians 11:16: I say again, Let no man think me a fool; if otherwise, yet as a fool receive me, that I may boast myself a little. [receive: or, suffer]

Contradiction with Proverbs 26:4

This verse advises not to answer a fool according to his folly, contradicting Paul's approach in 2 Corinthians 11:16 where he engages in boasting foolishly.

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

Contradiction with Matthew 5:5

This verse praises the meek, contrasting with Paul's self-commendation in 2 Corinthians 11:16.

Matthew 5:5: Blessed [are] the meek: for they shall inherit the earth.

Contradiction with James 4:10

This verse advises humility before the Lord, which seems contrary to Paul's boasting, even if he deems it foolish, in 2 Corinthians 11:16.

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

Contradiction with Philippians 2:3

Encourages lowliness of mind and esteeming others better than oneself, contrasting with Paul's admission of boasting in 2 Corinthians 11:16.

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

Advises letting another praise you and not your own mouth, which is at odds with Paul's speaking foolishly to boast in 2 Corinthians 11:16.

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