Contradictions and Paradoxes in 2 Timothy 3:14

Check out Contradictions Catalog of 2 Timothy 3:14 for the comprehensive list of verses that contradicts 2 Timothy 3:14. Some key contradictions and paradoxes are described below.

According to Paul, keep doing what you've been taught and believe, because you know and trust the people who taught you.

2 Timothy 3:14: But continue thou in the things which thou hast learned and hast been assured of, knowing of whom thou hast learned [them];

Contradiction with Matthew 23:8

This verse promotes egalitarianism in learning among believers, while 2 Timothy 3:14 emphasizes adherence to authoritative traditions taught by spiritual leaders.

Matthew 23:8: But be not ye called Rabbi: for one is your Master, [even] Christ; and all ye are brethren.

Contradiction with Galatians 1:12

Paul asserts he received the gospel directly by revelation from Jesus Christ, contrasting with Timothy's instruction to continue in things learned from others.

Galatians 1:12: For I neither received it of man, neither was I taught [it], but by the revelation of Jesus Christ.

Contradiction with 1 John 2:27

Suggests believers do not need anyone to teach them due to the anointing they have received, differing from the instruction in 2 Timothy 3:14 to continue in learned teachings.

1 John 2:27: But the anointing which ye have received of him abideth in you, and ye need not that any man teach you: but as the same anointing teacheth you of all things, and is truth, and is no lie, and even as it hath taught you, ye shall abide in him. [in him: or, in it]

Contradiction with Mark 7:8

Jesus criticizes holding onto human traditions over divine commandments, potentially conflicting with the encouragement in 2 Timothy 3:14 to continue in established teachings.

Mark 7:8: For laying aside the commandment of God, ye hold the tradition of men, [as] the washing of pots and cups: and many other such like things ye do.
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