Contradictions and Paradoxes in 2 Corinthians 9:4

Check out Contradictions Catalog of 2 Corinthians 9:4 for the comprehensive list of verses that contradicts 2 Corinthians 9:4. Some key contradictions and paradoxes are described below.

According to Paul, he wants to make sure his friends in Corinth are ready to give the gifts they promised, so that no one feels embarrassed when visitors from Macedonia come. He is reminding them to keep their promise so everyone can be happy and proud.

2 Corinthians 9:4: Lest haply if they of Macedonia come with me, and find you unprepared, we (that we say not, ye) should be ashamed in this same confident boasting.

Contradiction with Matthew 6:3

This verse advises not to let your left hand know what your right hand is doing when giving, which contradicts the emphasis on preparedness for boasting about giving in 2 Corinthians 9:4.

Matthew 6:3: But when thou doest alms, let not thy left hand know what thy right hand doeth:

Contradiction with Proverbs 19:17

This verse implies that giving to the poor is lending to the Lord and will be repaid, focusing on quiet, divine recompense as opposed to the public boasting implied in 2 Corinthians 9:4.

Proverbs 19:17: He that hath pity upon the poor lendeth unto the LORD; and that which he hath given will he pay him again. [that which...: or, his deed]

Contradiction with Matthew 6:1

This verse warns against practicing righteousness before others to be seen by them, contrasting with the anticipation of boasting in 2 Corinthians 9:4.

Matthew 6:1: Take heed that ye do not your alms before men, to be seen of them: otherwise ye have no reward of your Father which is in heaven. [alms: or, righteousness] [of your: or, with your]
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