Contradictions and Paradoxes in 2 Corinthians 2:7

Check out Contradictions Catalog of 2 Corinthians 2:7 for the comprehensive list of verses that contradicts 2 Corinthians 2:7. Some key contradictions and paradoxes are described below.

According to Paul, it's important to forgive and comfort someone who has done something wrong, so they don't feel too sad or alone. This helps the person feel better and not get lost in their sadness.

2 Corinthians 2:7: So that contrariwise ye [ought] rather to forgive [him], and comfort [him], lest perhaps such a one should be swallowed up with overmuch sorrow.

Contradiction with Proverbs 10:12

This verse emphasizes hatred stirring up strife, whereas 2 Corinthians 2:7 calls for love and forgiveness to comfort instead of continuing conflict.

Proverbs 10:12: Hatred stirreth up strifes: but love covereth all sins.

Contradiction with Matthew 5:38

This verse refers to the Old Law of 'an eye for an eye', which contradicts the forgiving approach mentioned in 2 Corinthians 2:7.

Matthew 5:38: Ye have heard that it hath been said, An eye for an eye, and a tooth for a tooth:

Contradiction with Luke 17:3

This verse requires repentance before forgiveness, while 2 Corinthians 2:7 suggests comfort and forgiveness without explicitly mentioning repentance.

Luke 17:3: Take heed to yourselves: If thy brother trespass against thee, rebuke him; and if he repent, forgive him.

Contradiction with Exodus 21:24

This verse supports retributive justice, contrasting with 2 Corinthians 2:7's call for forgiveness and comfort.

Exodus 21:24: Eye for eye, tooth for tooth, hand for hand, foot for foot,

Contradiction with Romans 12:19

Emphasizes leaving vengeance to God, not immediate forgiveness, somewhat delaying the idea of comfort suggested in 2 Corinthians 2:7.

Romans 12:19: Dearly beloved, avenge not yourselves, but [rather] give place unto wrath: for it is written, Vengeance [is] mine; I will repay, saith the Lord.

Contradiction with Leviticus 24:20

Advocates for equal retribution 'an eye for an eye,' conflicting with the compassionate viewpoint of 2 Corinthians 2:7.

Leviticus 24:20: Breach for breach, eye for eye, tooth for tooth: as he hath caused a blemish in a man, so shall it be done to him [again].

Paradox #1

The contradiction or inconsistency could arise from the challenge of balancing justice and forgiveness. Some may view showing too much forgiveness as overlooking wrongdoing, while others may see it as necessary for healing. The conflict is in determining the right amount of compassion without ignoring the need for accountability.

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