Contradictions and Paradoxes in 2 Corinthians 2:1

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

According to Paul, he decided he would not visit his friends while feeling sad. He wanted to bring them happiness and not make them feel bad.

2 Corinthians 2:1: But I determined this with myself, that I would not come again to you in heaviness.

Contradiction with Galatians 6:1

While 2 Corinthians 2:1 discusses not coming in heaviness, Galatians 6:1 emphasizes restoring someone with meekness if they are overtaken in a fault.

Galatians 6:1: Brethren, if a man be overtaken in a fault, ye which are spiritual, restore such an one in the spirit of meekness; considering thyself, lest thou also be tempted. [if: or, although]

Contradiction with Matthew 18:15

This verse advises going to someone directly if they have sinned against you, potentially creating a heavy confrontation, in contrast to Paul's aim to avoid heaviness in 2 Corinthians 2:1.

Matthew 18:15: Moreover if thy brother shall trespass against thee, go and tell him his fault between thee and him alone: if he shall hear thee, thou hast gained thy brother.

Contradiction with Proverbs 27:6

Faithful are the wounds of a friend; contradicting Paul's idea of avoiding heaviness by indicating that sometimes truth (which can be heavy) from a friend is necessary.

Proverbs 27:6: Faithful [are] the wounds of a friend; but the kisses of an enemy [are] deceitful. [deceitful: or, earnest, or, frequent]

Contradiction with James 5:19-20

Turning a sinner from the error of their way, possibly through confrontation, as opposed to avoiding heaviness.

James 5:19-20: Brethren, if any of you do err from the truth, and one convert him;
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