Contradictions and Paradoxes in 2 Corinthians 1:5

Check out Contradictions Catalog of 2 Corinthians 1:5 for the comprehensive list of verses that contradicts 2 Corinthians 1:5. Some key contradictions and paradoxes are described below.

According to Paul, just like we can feel the hard times like Jesus did, we also get lots of comfort and help from Him. It's like when you're sad, and a friend hugs you and makes you feel better.

2 Corinthians 1:5: For as the sufferings of Christ abound in us, so our consolation also aboundeth by Christ.

Contradiction with Psalm 34:19

This verse states that the righteous have many afflictions, highlighting suffering as intrinsic to the faithful, contrasting with 2 Corinthians 1:5 which suggests consolation through Christ's suffering.

Psalm 34:19: Many [are] the afflictions of the righteous: but the LORD delivereth him out of them all.

Contradiction with 1 Peter 4:13

This verse encourages rejoicing in sufferings as participation in Christ's sufferings, not directly pairing suffering with immediate consolation.

1 Peter 4:13: But rejoice, inasmuch as ye are partakers of Christ's sufferings; that, when his glory shall be revealed, ye may be glad also with exceeding joy.

Contradiction with James 1:2-3

These verses encourage joy in trials as a test of faith, not emphasizing abundance of consolation in Christ.

James 1:2-3: My brethren, count it all joy when ye fall into divers temptations; [temptations: or, trials]

Contradiction with Matthew 5:12

This verse speaks of reward in heaven for persecution without immediate consolation implied, differing from the present comfort suggested in 2 Corinthians 1:5.

Matthew 5:12: Rejoice, and be exceeding glad: for great [is] your reward in heaven: for so persecuted they the prophets which were before you.

Contradiction with Job 5:7

This verse states that man is born to trouble, implying suffering as a natural condition, contrasting with the theme of abundant consolation in Christ.

Job 5:7: Yet man is born unto trouble, as the sparks fly upward. [trouble: or, labour] [sparks...: Heb. the sons of the burning coal lift up to fly]
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