Contradictions and Paradoxes in Philemon 1:2

Check out Contradictions Catalog of Philemon 1:2 for the comprehensive list of verses that contradicts Philemon 1:2. Some key contradictions and paradoxes are described below.

According to Paul, Apphia and Archippus are very special friends who help share God's love, and they gather people in their home to learn about Jesus. This shows how important it is to work together and support each other in spreading kindness and faith.

Philemon 1:2: And to [our] beloved Apphia, and Archippus our fellowsoldier, and to the church in thy house:

Contradiction with Matthew 5:44

While Philemon 1:2 mentions greetings to Philemon’s household with a tone of fellowship and brotherhood, Matthew 5:44 speaks about loving your enemies, which may imply a broader love that contradicts the specificity of a household-focused greeting.

Matthew 5:44: But I say unto you, Love your enemies, bless them that curse you, do good to them that hate you, and pray for them which despitefully use you, and persecute you;

Contradiction with Luke 14:26

Philemon 1:2 is addressed with warmth towards a family and close associates, whereas Luke 14:26 challenges followers to put Jesus above familial relationships, which may seem to downplay the familial affection seen in Philemon 1:2.

Luke 14:26: If any [man] come to me, and hate not his father, and mother, and wife, and children, and brethren, and sisters, yea, and his own life also, he cannot be my disciple.
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