Contradictions and Paradoxes in 2 John 1:13

Check out Contradictions Catalog of 2 John 1:13 for the comprehensive list of verses that contradicts 2 John 1:13. Some key contradictions and paradoxes are described below.

According to John, the writer of the book, some children from a friend’s family are sending their hellos and love. They want you to know they are thinking of you.

2 John 1:13: The children of thy elect sister greet thee. Amen.

Contradiction with Matthew 28:19

This verse commands believers to make disciples of all nations, which may seem contrary to 2 John 1:13 if interpreted as private greetings.

Matthew 28:19: Go ye therefore, and teach all nations, baptizing them in the name of the Father, and of the Son, and of the Holy Ghost: [teach...: or, make disciples, or, Christians of all nations]

Contradiction with Galatians 3:28

This verse speaks of unity among believers regardless of status, while 2 John 1:13 could be seen as maintaining distinctions in greetings.

Galatians 3:28: There is neither Jew nor Greek, there is neither bond nor free, there is neither male nor female: for ye are all one in Christ Jesus.

Contradiction with Acts 10:34-35

This verse highlights God's impartiality, in contrast with 2 John 1:13 potentially implying selectivity in greetings.

Acts 10:34-35: Then Peter opened [his] mouth, and said, Of a truth I perceive that God is no respecter of persons:
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