Contradictions and Paradoxes in Hebrews 13:2

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

According to the author of Hebrews, Christians should always be kind and welcoming to people they don't know, because sometimes those strangers could be special messengers from God, like angels, and they might not even realize it. It's a reminder to show love and kindness to everyone, just in case.

Hebrews 13:2: Be not forgetful to entertain strangers: for thereby some have entertained angels unawares.

Contradiction with Proverbs 25:17

This verse advises against being in your neighbor's house too often, suggesting limits on hospitality, which contrasts with the encouragement to entertain strangers in Hebrews 13:2.

Proverbs 25:17: Withdraw thy foot from thy neighbour's house; lest he be weary of thee, and [so] hate thee. [Withdraw...: or, Let thy foot be seldom in] [weary...: Heb. full of thee]

Paradox #1

The potential contradiction with Hebrews 13:2 could be that there is no clear historical evidence or documentation outside the Bible to support the specific events or stories referenced in this verse. Additionally, some may find inconsistency in its message compared to other cultural or historical teachings about hospitality at that time.

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