Contradictions and Paradoxes in 2 Timothy 4:15

Check out Contradictions Catalog of 2 Timothy 4:15 for the comprehensive list of verses that contradicts 2 Timothy 4:15. Some key contradictions and paradoxes are described below.

According to Paul, be careful of this person because he didn't listen to our teachings and caused trouble. It's important to watch out for people who try to stop others from learning about Jesus.

2 Timothy 4:15: Of whom be thou ware also; for he hath greatly withstood our words. [our words: or, our preachings]

Contradiction with Proverbs 25:21-22

These verses suggest that if your enemy is hungry, give him bread to eat, which implies a gesture of kindness rather than caution or avoidance.

Proverbs 25:21-22: If thine enemy be hungry, give him bread to eat; and if he be thirsty, give him water to drink:

Contradiction with Matthew 5:44

This verse instructs believers to love their enemies and pray for those who persecute them, contrasting the warning to be cautious of Alexander.

Matthew 5:44: But I say unto you, Love your enemies, bless them that curse you, do good to them that hate you, and pray for them which despitefully use you, and persecute you;

Contradiction with Romans 12:20

Echoing Proverbs, it advises feeding your enemy if he is hungry, again emphasizing a benevolent response rather than avoidance.

Romans 12:20: Therefore if thine enemy hunger, feed him; if he thirst, give him drink: for in so doing thou shalt heap coals of fire on his head.

Contradiction with Luke 6:27

Like Matthew 5:44, it encourages love and kindness towards enemies, which may seem at odds with the directive to be wary of Alexander.

Luke 6:27: But I say unto you which hear, Love your enemies, do good to them which hate you,

Contradiction with 1 Peter 3:9

This passage advises not to repay evil for evil but to respond with blessing, contrasting the need to be cautious of someone who "did much evil."

1 Peter 3:9: Not rendering evil for evil, or railing for railing: but contrariwise blessing; knowing that ye are thereunto called, that ye should inherit a blessing.
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