Contradictions and Paradoxes in 2 Timothy 4:13

Check out Contradictions Catalog of 2 Timothy 4:13 for the comprehensive list of verses that contradicts 2 Timothy 4:13. Some key contradictions and paradoxes are described below.

According to Paul, he is asking Timothy to bring his coat and books because they are important to him. The parchments are special, so he wants those the most.

2 Timothy 4:13: The cloke that I left at Troas with Carpus, when thou comest, bring [with thee], and the books, [but] especially the parchments.

Contradiction with Matthew 6:19-20

These verses advise storing treasures in heaven rather than accumulating earthly possessions, while 2 Timothy 4:13 involves asking for material items.

Matthew 6:19-20: Lay not up for yourselves treasures upon earth, where moth and rust doth corrupt, and where thieves break through and steal:

Contradiction with Luke 12:33

This verse encourages selling possessions to give to the needy, contrasting with requesting material items in 2 Timothy 4:13.

Luke 12:33: Sell that ye have, and give alms; provide yourselves bags which wax not old, a treasure in the heavens that faileth not, where no thief approacheth, neither moth corrupteth.

Contradiction with Matthew 10:9-10

These verses instruct taking no extra provisions for a journey, unlike Paul who asks for books and a cloak in 2 Timothy 4:13.

Matthew 10:9-10: Provide neither gold, nor silver, nor brass in your purses, [Provide: or, Get]

Contradiction with Acts 2:44-45

These verses show believers having all things in common and selling possessions, opposing the request for personal items in 2 Timothy 4:13.

Acts 2:44-45: And all that believed were together, and had all things common;
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