Contradiction with Luke 10:40
In Luke 10:40, Martha is depicted as being burdened with service, while Romans 16:12 speaks positively of those who labor in the Lord, suggesting a tension between duty and recognition.
Luke 10:40: But Martha was cumbered about much serving, and came to him, and said, Lord, dost thou not care that my sister hath left me to serve alone? bid her therefore that she help me.
Contradiction with Galatians 3:28
Galatians 3:28 emphasizes the equality of all in Christ, whereas Romans 16:12 highlights certain women for their labor, suggesting a focus on distinction rather than equality.
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 1 Corinthians 14:34
1 Corinthians 14:34 commands women to be silent in churches, which contradicts the acknowledgment of the contributions of female laborers in Romans 16:12.
1 Corinthians 14:34: Let your women keep silence in the churches: for it is not permitted unto them to speak; but [they are commanded] to be under obedience, as also saith the law.
Contradiction with 1 Timothy 2:12
1 Timothy 2:12 does not permit a woman to have authority over a man, contrasting with the recognition of women's significant roles in Romans 16:12.
1 Timothy 2:12: But I suffer not a woman to teach, nor to usurp authority over the man, but to be in silence.