Contradictions and Paradoxes in Philippians 3:5

Check out Contradictions Catalog of Philippians 3:5 for the comprehensive list of verses that contradicts Philippians 3:5. Some key contradictions and paradoxes are described below.

According to Paul, he is explaining that he followed the Jewish customs closely, was from a special family, and was part of a group who knew a lot about God’s rules. This shows he was very dedicated to his faith before he met Jesus.

Philippians 3:5: Circumcised the eighth day, of the stock of Israel, [of] the tribe of Benjamin, an Hebrew of the Hebrews; as touching the law, a Pharisee;

Contradiction with Galatians 3:28

This verse states there is neither Jew nor Greek, which contradicts Philippians 3:5’s emphasis on Jewish heritage and identity.

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.

Contradiction with Romans 2:28-29

These verses define a true Jew as one inwardly, stressing spiritual over physical descent, contrasting with the importance of lineage in Philippians 3:5.

Romans 2:28-29: For he is not a Jew, which is one outwardly; neither [is that] circumcision, which is outward in the flesh:

Contradiction with Ephesians 2:14-15

These verses highlight the abolishment of the law and the unity of Jews and Gentiles in Christ, contrasting Philippians 3:5’s pride in law adherence and Jewish identity.

Ephesians 2:14-15: For he is our peace, who hath made both one, and hath broken down the middle wall of partition [between us];
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