Contradictions and Paradoxes in Philemon 1:11

Check out Contradictions Catalog of Philemon 1:11 for the comprehensive list of verses that contradicts Philemon 1:11. Some key contradictions and paradoxes are described below.

According to Paul, the writer of the letter, before there was someone who wasn’t very helpful or useful, but now this person has changed and is helpful to both of us.

Philemon 1:11: Which in time past was to thee unprofitable, but now profitable to thee and to me:

Contradiction with 2 Corinthians 5:17

This verse states that anyone in Christ is a new creation and old things are passed away, which supports transformation rather than contradicts Philemon 1:11.

2 Corinthians 5:17: Therefore if any man [be] in Christ, [he is] a new creature: old things are passed away; behold, all things are become new. [he is: or, let him be]

Contradiction with Galatians 3:28

This verse emphasizes equality in Christ, contradicting any implications of social hierarchy implied in Philemon 1:11.

Galatians 3:28: There is neither Jew nor Greek, there is neither bond nor free, there is neither male nor female: for ye are all one in Christ Jesus.

Paradox #1

The contradiction or conflict in Philemon 1:11 could be that it deals with the issue of slavery. The verse is part of a letter where Paul sends back a runaway slave, Onesimus, to his master Philemon. Some people might see a conflict because while the verse highlights forgiveness and transformation, it also tacitly accepts the institution of slavery, which is at odds with modern views on human rights and equality.

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