Contradictions and Paradoxes in Romans 16:23

Check out Contradictions Catalog of Romans 16:23 for the comprehensive list of verses that contradicts Romans 16:23. Some key contradictions and paradoxes are described below.

According to Paul, Gaius, who is a kind friend and shares his home with him, and all the people who gather at the church also say hello. Erastus, an important city worker, and Quartus, another friend, also send their greetings.

Romans 16:23: Gaius mine host, and of the whole church, saluteth you. Erastus the chamberlain of the city saluteth you, and Quartus a brother.

Contradiction with Proverbs 15:22

Contradicts Romans 16:23 by emphasizing the importance of counsel, while Romans 16:23 mentions Gaius as a host and Erastus as a chamberlain, emphasizing hospitality and leadership over collaborative guidance.

Proverbs 15:22: Without counsel purposes are disappointed: but in the multitude of counsellors they are established.

Contradiction with Luke 9:58

Contradicts Romans 16:23 by highlighting the lack of a stable home for Jesus, whereas Romans 16:23 mentions a stable home offered by Gaius.

Luke 9:58: And Jesus said unto him, Foxes have holes, and birds of the air [have] nests; but the Son of man hath not where to lay [his] head.

Contradiction with Ecclesiastes 2:18-19

Contradicts Romans 16:23 by discussing the futility of wealth and possessions, while Romans 16:23 acknowledges Erastus's significant civic role and likely worldly responsibilities.

Ecclesiastes 2:18-19: Yea, I hated all my labour which I had taken under the sun: because I should leave it unto the man that shall be after me. [taken: Heb. laboured]
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