Contradictions and Paradoxes in 2 Peter 2:10

Check out Contradictions Catalog of 2 Peter 2:10 for the comprehensive list of verses that contradicts 2 Peter 2:10. Some key contradictions and paradoxes are described below.

According to Peter, this verse talks about people who only want to do bad things and don't like following rules. They are bossy, do what they want, and say mean things about important people.

2 Peter 2:10: But chiefly them that walk after the flesh in the lust of uncleanness, and despise government. Presumptuous [are they], selfwilled, they are not afraid to speak evil of dignities. [government: or, dominion]

Contradiction with 1 Samuel 9:21

Saul humbly responds to Samuel, demonstrating meekness and humility contrary to the "presumptuous" described in 2 Peter 2:10.

1 Samuel 9:21: And Saul answered and said, [Am] not I a Benjamite, of the smallest of the tribes of Israel? and my family the least of all the families of the tribe of Benjamin? wherefore then speakest thou so to me? [so...: Heb. according to this word]

Contradiction with Proverbs 16:19

Advocates humility and warns against the proud, contrasting with the bold actions criticized in 2 Peter 2:10.

Proverbs 16:19: Better [it is to be] of an humble spirit with the lowly, than to divide the spoil with the proud.

Contradiction with Matthew 5:5

Jesus blesses the meek, opposing the arrogant behavior of those mentioned in 2 Peter 2:10.

Matthew 5:5: Blessed [are] the meek: for they shall inherit the earth.

Contradiction with James 4:10

Encourages humility before God, in contrast to the despising authority as criticized in 2 Peter 2:10.

James 4:10: Humble yourselves in the sight of the Lord, and he shall lift you up.
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