Contradictions and Paradoxes in Revelation 1:9

Check out Contradictions Catalog of Revelation 1:9 for the comprehensive list of verses that contradicts Revelation 1:9. Some key contradictions and paradoxes are described below.

According to John, he is telling his friends that he is like their brother, and they are all going through tough times together while believing in Jesus. He is on an island called Patmos because he was sharing God's word and talking about Jesus.

Revelation 1:9: I John, who also am your brother, and companion in tribulation, and in the kingdom and patience of Jesus Christ, was in the isle that is called Patmos, for the word of God, and for the testimony of Jesus Christ.

Contradiction with Matthew 5:11

Contrasts suffering for righteousness' sake with John's suffering for the word of God and testimony of Jesus, which encompasses more than just righteousness.

Matthew 5:11: Blessed are ye, when [men] shall revile you, and persecute [you], and shall say all manner of evil against you falsely, for my sake. [falsely: Gr. lying]

Contradiction with Romans 8:18

Suggests future glory outweighs present sufferings, whereas Revelation 1:9 highlights sharing in tribulation without mentioning future glory.

Romans 8:18: For I reckon that the sufferings of this present time [are] not worthy [to be compared] with the glory which shall be revealed in us.

Contradiction with 1 Thessalonians 5:9

Speaks of being appointed not to wrath, which seems to contradict the notion of shared tribulation.

1 Thessalonians 5:9: For God hath not appointed us to wrath, but to obtain salvation by our Lord Jesus Christ,

Contradiction with Hebrews 12:6

Indicates suffering is discipline from the Lord, which differs from the shared suffering due to faith seen in Revelation 1:9.

Hebrews 12:6: For whom the Lord loveth he chasteneth, and scourgeth every son whom he receiveth.

Contradiction with Philippians 1:29

Describes suffering as a privilege for Christ, while Revelation 1:9 places more emphasis on endurance in suffering.

Philippians 1:29: For unto you it is given in the behalf of Christ, not only to believe on him, but also to suffer for his sake;
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