Contradictions and Paradoxes in 2 Corinthians 6:12

Check out Contradictions Catalog of 2 Corinthians 6:12 for the comprehensive list of verses that contradicts 2 Corinthians 6:12. Some key contradictions and paradoxes are described below.

According to Paul, he's saying that his love for the people is big and open. If they feel upset or closed off, it's because of their own feelings inside, not because of him.

2 Corinthians 6:12: Ye are not straitened in us, but ye are straitened in your own bowels.

Contradiction with Proverbs 28:25

A verse on the effects of pride contradicts the openness encouraged in 2 Corinthians 6:12.

Proverbs 28:25: He that is of a proud heart stirreth up strife: but he that putteth his trust in the LORD shall be made fat.

Contradiction with 1 Corinthians 13:4

This verse on love being patient and kind contrasts with the restriction and limitation mentioned in 2 Corinthians 6:12.

1 Corinthians 13:4: Charity suffereth long, [and] is kind; charity envieth not; charity vaunteth not itself, is not puffed up, [vaunteth...: or, is not rash]

Contradiction with Galatians 5:13

Encouragement of serving one another through love contrasts with the implication of restriction in 2 Corinthians 6:12.

Galatians 5:13: For, brethren, ye have been called unto liberty; only [use] not liberty for an occasion to the flesh, but by love serve one another.

Contradiction with Romans 12:10

Promoting kindness and affection among believers contradicts any idea of restraint suggested in 2 Corinthians 6:12.

Romans 12:10: [Be] kindly affectioned one to another with brotherly love; in honour preferring one another; [with...: or, in the love of the brethren]

Contradiction with James 3:16

Describes strife and confusion, which contradicts the idea of emotional openness encouraged in 2 Corinthians 6:12.

James 3:16: For where envying and strife [is], there [is] confusion and every evil work. [confusion: Gr. tumult, or, unquietness]

Contradiction with Philippians 2:3

Encourages humility and selflessness, which contrasts with the notion of being restricted or confined in 2 Corinthians 6:12.

Philippians 2:3: [Let] nothing [be done] through strife or vainglory; but in lowliness of mind let each esteem other better than themselves.

Contradiction with Matthew 5:9

A verse about peacemakers contrasts with the notion of emotional or relational hindrance implied in 2 Corinthians 6:12.

Matthew 5:9: Blessed [are] the peacemakers: for they shall be called the children of God.

Contradiction with John 13:34

The commandment to love one another challenges any restrictive feelings suggested in 2 Corinthians 6:12.

John 13:34: A new commandment I give unto you, That ye love one another; as I have loved you, that ye also love one another.
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