Contradictions and Paradoxes in Romans 12:10

Check out Contradictions Catalog of Romans 12:10 for the comprehensive list of verses that contradicts Romans 12:10. Some key contradictions and paradoxes are described below.

According to Paul, Christians should treat each other like family, showing love and being kind. They should make others feel special and important.

Romans 12:10: [Be] kindly affectioned one to another with brotherly love; in honour preferring one another; [with...: or, in the love of the brethren]

Contradiction with Luke 14:26

This verse contradicts by emphasizing hating one's family and even oneself to be a disciple, contrasting with Romans 12:10, which calls for affectionate love among others.

Luke 14:26: If any [man] come to me, and hate not his father, and mother, and wife, and children, and brethren, and sisters, yea, and his own life also, he cannot be my disciple.

Contradiction with Matthew 10:34

This verse highlights bringing division rather than peace, differing from the themes of love and honor in Romans 12:10.

Matthew 10:34: Think not that I am come to send peace on earth: I came not to send peace, but a sword.

Contradiction with Matthew 10:37

Prioritizing love for Christ over family here contradicts the mutual affection and honor encouraged in Romans 12:10.

Matthew 10:37: He that loveth father or mother more than me is not worthy of me: and he that loveth son or daughter more than me is not worthy of me.

Contradiction with Luke 12:51

The notion of Jesus bringing division, in contrast with the message of harmony and honoring one another in Romans 12:10.

Luke 12:51: Suppose ye that I am come to give peace on earth? I tell you, Nay; but rather division:
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