Contradictions and Paradoxes in Revelation 2:13

Check out Contradictions Catalog of Revelation 2:13 for the comprehensive list of verses that contradicts Revelation 2:13. Some key contradictions and paradoxes are described below.

According to John, who wrote the book, Jesus knows how hard it is for the people living in a tough place where bad things happen, but they are staying strong and remembering Him. Even when someone called Antipas was hurt because he believed in Jesus, they didn't stop believing.

Revelation 2:13: I know thy works, and where thou dwellest, [even] where Satan's seat [is]: and thou holdest fast my name, and hast not denied my faith, even in those days wherein Antipas [was] my faithful martyr, who was slain among you, where Satan dwelleth.

Contradiction with Matthew 5:44

Revelation 2:13 praises holding fast to faith among persecution, while Matthew 5:44 encourages love for enemies and blessing those who persecute you, implying a different response.

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 Matthew 7:15

Revelation 2:13 acknowledges the faithful in a place with Satan's seat, whereas Matthew 7:15 warns against false prophets among believers, indicating caution rather than assurance of righteousness.

Matthew 7:15: Beware of false prophets, which come to you in sheep's clothing, but inwardly they are ravening wolves.

Contradiction with Hebrews 9:27

Revelation 2:13 mentions Antipas as a faithful martyr, while Hebrews 9:27 states the inevitability of judgment after death, which emphasizes the finality of human judgment rather than commendation on earth.

Hebrews 9:27: And as it is appointed unto men once to die, but after this the judgment:

Contradiction with 1 John 2:15

Revelation 2:13 commends those dwelling where Satan's seat is yet holding fast to faith, while 1 John 2:15 warns against loving the world, suggesting a contradiction in being commended while in such a worldly environment.

1 John 2:15: Love not the world, neither the things [that are] in the world. If any man love the world, the love of the Father is not in him.

Contradiction with James 2:17

Revelation 2:13 praises steadfast faith, yet James 2:17 emphasizes that faith without works is dead, presenting a potential contradiction if the faith praised is not accompanied by action.

James 2:17: Even so faith, if it hath not works, is dead, being alone. [alone: Gr. by itself]

Paradox #1

The potential theological conflict in Revelation 2:13 revolves around the idea of living in a place where evil is present, yet maintaining faith. Some might see an inconsistency in how believers are expected to stay faithful in such challenging environments, questioning the fairness or possibility of this divine expectation. However, many interpret it as a testament to faith's strength in adversity.

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