Contradictions and Paradoxes in 2 Corinthians 8:15

Check out Contradictions Catalog of 2 Corinthians 8:15 for the comprehensive list of verses that contradicts 2 Corinthians 8:15. Some key contradictions and paradoxes are described below.

According to Paul, God makes sure that everyone has what they need, even if some people collect a lot and others collect a little. No one has too much, and no one has too little.

2 Corinthians 8:15: As it is written, He that [had gathered] much had nothing over; and he that [had gathered] little had no lack.

Contradiction with Proverbs 13:11

Proverbs 13:11 suggests that wealth gained hastily will dwindle, while 2 Corinthians 8:15 highlights equality in gathering and distribution.

Proverbs 13:11: Wealth [gotten] by vanity shall be diminished: but he that gathereth by labour shall increase. [by labour: Heb. with the hand]

Contradiction with Matthew 25:29

Matthew 25:29 states that those with more will be given even more, contrary to the equality in provision mentioned in 2 Corinthians 8:15.

Matthew 25:29: For unto every one that hath shall be given, and he shall have abundance: but from him that hath not shall be taken away even that which he hath.

Contradiction with Luke 19:26

Luke 19:26 implies that those who have will receive more, contradicting the principle of equal distribution in 2 Corinthians 8:15.

Luke 19:26: For I say unto you, That unto every one which hath shall be given; and from him that hath not, even that he hath shall be taken away from him.
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