Contradictions and Paradoxes in Philippians 2:10

Check out Contradictions Catalog of Philippians 2:10 for the comprehensive list of verses that contradicts Philippians 2:10. Some key contradictions and paradoxes are described below.

According to Paul, this verse means that everyone, everywhere, should show respect and honor to Jesus by bowing down to him, whether they are in the sky, on the ground, or even below the ground. It shows that Jesus is very important and powerful to everyone.

Philippians 2:10: That at the name of Jesus every knee should bow, of [things] in heaven, and [things] in earth, and [things] under the earth;

Contradiction with Exodus 20:3

This verse states, "Thou shalt have no other gods before me," which might suggest the exclusivity of worship, contrasting with the idea of all beings worshiping at the name of Jesus in Philippians 2:10.

Exodus 20:3: Thou shalt have no other gods before me.

Contradiction with Isaiah 42:8

This verse says, "I am the LORD: that is my name: and my glory will I not give to another," potentially contradicting the notion in Philippians 2:10 that worship is directed towards Jesus.

Isaiah 42:8: I [am] the LORD: that [is] my name: and my glory will I not give to another, neither my praise to graven images.

Contradiction with 1 Timothy 2:5

This verse claims, "For there is one God, and one mediator between God and men, the man Christ Jesus," potentially contrasting with the universality of worship at Jesus' name as described in Philippians 2:10.

1 Timothy 2:5: For [there is] one God, and one mediator between God and men, the man Christ Jesus;

Paradox #1

One potential contradiction or inconsistency with Philippians 2:10 is the idea that every knee should bow to a specific religious figure, which might not align with the beliefs and practices of all religions and cultures throughout history. Different societies have had diverse religious traditions and deities they worship, leading to potential conflicts or disagreements with this claim.

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