Contradiction with Matthew 28:18
Matthew 28:18 states that Jesus has all power in heaven and earth, which contrasts with 2 Corinthians 13:4, where it mentions weakness.
Matthew 28:18: And Jesus came and spake unto them, saying, All power is given unto me in heaven and in earth.
Contradiction with John 1:3
John 1:3 indicates that all things were made by Jesus, emphasizing his power, contradicting the mention of weakness in 2 Corinthians 13:4.
John 1:3: All things were made by him; and without him was not any thing made that was made.
Contradiction with Colossians 2:9-10
These verses describe the fullness of the Godhead in Christ and complete power, which contradicts the notion of weakness mentioned in 2 Corinthians 13:4.
Colossians 2:9-10: For in him dwelleth all the fulness of the Godhead bodily.
Contradiction with Hebrews 2:14
This verse says Jesus destroyed the devil's power through death, showing strength and victory, which contradicts the idea of weakness in 2 Corinthians 13:4.
Hebrews 2:14: Forasmuch then as the children are partakers of flesh and blood, he also himself likewise took part of the same; that through death he might destroy him that had the power of death, that is, the devil;
Contradiction with Revelation 1:18
This verse declares Christ's victory over death, highlighting his power, in contrast to the description of weakness in 2 Corinthians 13:4.
Revelation 1:18: I [am] he that liveth, and was dead; and, behold, I am alive for evermore, Amen; and have the keys of hell and of death.
Paradox #1
The potential contradiction in this verse could be seen in the idea of strength through weakness. Some might find it contradictory that power and life could come from what appears to be weakness or defeat. It challenges the conventional view that strength is always visible and dominant, suggesting instead that true power can be hidden in vulnerability. This can seem inconsistent to those who associate power strictly with physical strength or clear victory.