Contradictions and Paradoxes in Romans 11:7

Check out Contradictions Catalog of Romans 11:7 for the comprehensive list of verses that contradicts Romans 11:7. Some key contradictions and paradoxes are described below.

According to Paul, the people of Israel were looking for something special from God, but they didn't find it. Only the people God chose found it, and the others couldn't see or understand it.

Romans 11:7: What then? Israel hath not obtained that which he seeketh for; but the election hath obtained it, and the rest were blinded [blinded: or, hardened]

Contradiction with Matthew 7:7

This verse suggests that those who seek will find, which contrasts with Romans 11:7 where those who seek do not obtain what they seek.

Matthew 7:7: Ask, and it shall be given you; seek, and ye shall find; knock, and it shall be opened unto you:

Contradiction with Matthew 13:12

This verse indicates that more will be given to those who have, opposing Romans 11:7’s idea where those who seek are not rewarded.

Matthew 13:12: For whosoever hath, to him shall be given, and he shall have more abundance: but whosoever hath not, from him shall be taken away even that he hath.

Contradiction with John 6:37

This verse states that those who come to Jesus will not be cast out, whereas Romans 11:7 mentions not obtaining what is sought.

John 6:37: All that the Father giveth me shall come to me; and him that cometh to me I will in no wise cast out.

Contradiction with James 1:5

This verse promises wisdom to those who ask, conflicting with Romans 11:7 where some do not receive despite seeking.

James 1:5: If any of you lack wisdom, let him ask of God, that giveth to all [men] liberally, and upbraideth not; and it shall be given him.

Contradiction with Hebrews 11:6

This verse declares that God rewards those who earnestly seek Him, which contradicts Romans 11:7 where seekers do not find.

Hebrews 11:6: But without faith [it is] impossible to please [him]: for he that cometh to God must believe that he is, and [that] he is a rewarder of them that diligently seek him.
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