Contradictions and Paradoxes in 2 Corinthians 9:9

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

According to Paul, God loves when people are generous and help those in need because it shows they are good and kind, and this goodness lasts forever. It's like planting seeds of kindness that keep growing and never go away.

2 Corinthians 9:9: (As it is written, He hath dispersed abroad; he hath given to the poor: his righteousness remaineth for ever.

Contradiction with Matthew 6:1

It advises to not do alms before men to be seen by them, while 2 Corinthians 9:9 emphasizes giving publicly.

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]

Contradiction with Proverbs 28:27

States that giving to the poor will not lead to lack, potentially conflicting with the trials that come despite righteousness in 2 Corinthians 9:9.

Proverbs 28:27: He that giveth unto the poor shall not lack: but he that hideth his eyes shall have many a curse.

Contradiction with Ecclesiastes 11:1

Suggests casting your bread upon the waters shall return after many days, which might contradict 2 Corinthians 9:9 by implying eventual earthly return rather than eternal righteousness.

Ecclesiastes 11:1: Cast thy bread upon the waters: for thou shalt find it after many days. [upon...: Heb. upon the face of the waters]
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