Contradictions and Paradoxes in Hebrews 12:15

Check out Contradictions Catalog of Hebrews 12:15 for the comprehensive list of verses that contradicts Hebrews 12:15. Some key contradictions and paradoxes are described below.

According to the author of Hebrews, make sure everyone accepts God's love and kindness, and watch out for any angry or hurt feelings, because they can grow and cause trouble for you and others. It's important to stay kind and forgiving so everyone stays happy and good.

Hebrews 12:15: Looking diligently lest any man fail of the grace of God; lest any root of bitterness springing up trouble [you], and thereby many be defiled; [fail...; or, fall from]

Contradiction with Proverbs 24:17

This verse advises against rejoicing when your enemy falls, emphasizing mercy instead of bitterness.

Proverbs 24:17: Rejoice not when thine enemy falleth, and let not thine heart be glad when he stumbleth:

Contradiction with Ephesians 4:31

This verse advises to put away bitterness, aligning with the guidance of Hebrews 12:15 against bitterness.

Ephesians 4:31: Let all bitterness, and wrath, and anger, and clamour, and evil speaking, be put away from you, with all malice:

Contradiction with James 3:14

Warns against having bitter envy, directly addressing the root of bitterness mentioned in Hebrews 12:15.

James 3:14: But if ye have bitter envying and strife in your hearts, glory not, and lie not against the truth.

Contradiction with Matthew 6:14-15

This verse links forgiveness of others to God’s forgiveness, implying that retaining bitterness can hinder one’s forgiveness, similar to the warning in Hebrews 12:15.

Matthew 6:14-15: For if ye forgive men their trespasses, your heavenly Father will also forgive you:
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