Contradictions and Paradoxes in Philemon 1:12

Check out Contradictions Catalog of Philemon 1:12 for the comprehensive list of verses that contradicts Philemon 1:12. Some key contradictions and paradoxes are described below.

According to Paul, he is sending his friend Onesimus back to another friend and really hopes he is welcomed kindly. It’s like sending a close family member and wanting them to be treated with love and care.

Philemon 1:12: Whom I have sent again: thou therefore receive him, that is, mine own bowels:

Contradiction with Deuteronomy 23:15

This verse allows a runaway servant to not be returned to their master, contradicting Philemon 1:12 where Paul is sending Onesimus back.

Deuteronomy 23:15: Thou shalt not deliver unto his master the servant which is escaped from his master unto thee:

Contradiction with Exodus 21:16

This verse condemns kidnapping and selling a person, contrary to Philemon 1:12 which involves the return of a servant.

Exodus 21:16: And he that stealeth a man, and selleth him, or if he be found in his hand, he shall surely be put to death.

Paradox #1

The contradiction or inconsistency in Philemon 1:12 might arise from the context of discussing slavery. The letter to Philemon involves a runaway slave named Onesimus. While the text generally reflects kindness and forgiveness, critics might view the acceptance of sending a slave back to his master as conflicting with modern views on freedom and equality. This can appear inconsistent with broader messages of love and equality in the Bible.

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