Contradictions and Paradoxes in 2 Corinthians 12:17

Check out Contradictions Catalog of 2 Corinthians 12:17 for the comprehensive list of verses that contradicts 2 Corinthians 12:17. Some key contradictions and paradoxes are described below.

According to Paul, he is saying that he didn't take anything from the people or cheat them, even when he sent others to help. He wants to show that he was honest and only wanted to help the people in the church.

2 Corinthians 12:17: Did I make a gain of you by any of them whom I sent unto you?

Contradiction with Exodus 20:15

This verse states, "Thou shalt not steal," which underscores the commandment against taking what is not one's own, potentially contradicting any implications of personal advantage or misappropriation mentioned in 2 Corinthians 12:17.

Exodus 20:15: Thou shalt not steal.

Contradiction with Acts 20:33

This verse states, "I have coveted no man's silver, or gold, or apparel," which emphasizes a stance against covetousness and indirectly contradicts any notion of financial gain from others implied by 2 Corinthians 12:17.

Acts 20:33: I have coveted no man's silver, or gold, or apparel.
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