Contradictions and Paradoxes in Philippians 2:18

Check out Contradictions Catalog of Philippians 2:18 for the comprehensive list of verses that contradicts Philippians 2:18. Some key contradictions and paradoxes are described below.

According to Paul, God wants everyone to be happy and share joy together, just like friends sharing a fun game. Paul is telling his friends to be glad with him because good things are happening.

Philippians 2:18: For the same cause also do ye joy, and rejoice with me.

Contradiction with Ecclesiastes 7:3

This verse suggests that "sorrow is better than laughter," which contradicts Philippians 2:18's call for rejoicing and joy.

Ecclesiastes 7:3: Sorrow [is] better than laughter: for by the sadness of the countenance the heart is made better. [Sorrow: or, Anger]

Contradiction with James 4:9

This verse advises to "be afflicted, and mourn, and weep" which opposes the notion of joy and rejoicing in Philippians 2:18.

James 4:9: Be afflicted, and mourn, and weep: let your laughter be turned to mourning, and [your] joy to heaviness.

Contradiction with Proverbs 14:13

The verse states "even in laughter the heart is sorrowful; and the end of that mirth is heaviness," contradicting the encouragement to rejoice in Philippians 2:18.

Proverbs 14:13: Even in laughter the heart is sorrowful; and the end of that mirth [is] heaviness.

Contradiction with Matthew 5:4

"Blessed are they that mourn" suggests a blessed state in mourning, which can be seen as contrary to the exhortation to rejoice in Philippians 2:18.

Matthew 5:4: Blessed [are] they that mourn: for they shall be comforted.
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