Contradictions and Paradoxes in 2 Corinthians 3:10

Check out Contradictions Catalog of 2 Corinthians 3:10 for the comprehensive list of verses that contradicts 2 Corinthians 3:10. Some key contradictions and paradoxes are described below.

According to Paul, even the shiny and special things from before don't seem as bright and special now because there's something even better and brighter. It's like having a little light, but then the sun comes out and makes everything else look dim.

2 Corinthians 3:10: For even that which was made glorious had no glory in this respect, by reason of the glory that excelleth.

Contradiction with Galatians 3:19

This verse suggests the law was added because of transgressions, while 2 Corinthians 3:10 implies the surpassing glory of the new covenant over the law.

Galatians 3:19: Wherefore then [serveth] the law? It was added because of transgressions, till the seed should come to whom the promise was made; [and it was] ordained by angels in the hand of a mediator.

Contradiction with Matthew 5:18

This verse indicates that not one jot or tittle of the law will pass away, contradicting 2 Corinthians 3:10's emphasis on the glory surpassing the former.

Matthew 5:18: For verily I say unto you, Till heaven and earth pass, one jot or one tittle shall in no wise pass from the law, till all be fulfilled.

Contradiction with Romans 7:12

This verse states that the law is holy, just, and good, contrasting with 2 Corinthians 3:10 which suggests the law's former glory is diminished.

Romans 7:12: Wherefore the law [is] holy, and the commandment holy, and just, and good.
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