Contradictions and Paradoxes in Galatians 1:14

Check out Contradictions Catalog of Galatians 1:14 for the comprehensive list of verses that contradicts Galatians 1:14. Some key contradictions and paradoxes are described below.

According to Paul, he was very dedicated to following the Jewish religion and its traditions, even more than many other people his age. He worked hard to be the best at following these rules and traditions.

Galatians 1:14: And profited in the Jews' religion above many my equals in mine own nation, being more exceedingly zealous of the traditions of my fathers. [equals: Gr. equals in years]

Contradiction with Matthew 5:19

This verse encourages following the commandments and teaching them, which contrasts with Paul's past zeal in Galatians 1:14 for traditions without faith in Christ.

Matthew 5:19: Whosoever therefore shall break one of these least commandments, and shall teach men so, he shall be called the least in the kingdom of heaven: but whosoever shall do and teach [them], the same shall be called great in the kingdom of heaven.

Contradiction with Matthew 15:3

Jesus questions the Pharisees for transgressing God's commandment due to their traditions, opposing the adherence to traditions mentioned in Galatians 1:14.

Matthew 15:3: But he answered and said unto them, Why do ye also transgress the commandment of God by your tradition?

Contradiction with Colossians 2:8

Warns against being deceived by human traditions, opposing Paul's former zeal for traditions as noted in Galatians 1:14.

Colossians 2:8: Beware lest any man spoil you through philosophy and vain deceit, after the tradition of men, after the rudiments of the world, and not after Christ. [rudiments: or, elements] [make a prey: or, seduce you, or, lead you astray]

Contradiction with Mark 7:8

Rebukes neglecting God's commandments for the sake of tradition, contrasting with Galatians 1:14 where Paul is zealous for traditions.

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.

Contradiction with Titus 1:14

Advises avoiding Jewish fables and commandments of men, in contradiction to the pursuit of Jewish traditions in Galatians 1:14.

Titus 1:14: Not giving heed to Jewish fables, and commandments of men, that turn from the truth.
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