Contradiction with Romans 3:1-2
These verses explain the advantage and value of the Jewish circumcision, which contrasts with Romans 2:27's implication that uncircumcised, law-following Gentiles can judge law-breaking Jews.
Romans 3:1-2: What advantage then hath the Jew? or what profit [is there] of circumcision?
Contradiction with Galatians 5:6
This verse states that in Jesus Christ, neither circumcision nor uncircumcision means anything, which contradicts the value placed on the law in Romans 2:27.
Galatians 5:6: For in Jesus Christ neither circumcision availeth any thing, nor uncircumcision; but faith which worketh by love.
Contradiction with Acts 15:1-2
These verses describe a dispute about whether circumcision is necessary for salvation, which contradicts Romans 2:27 by emphasizing the debate over the necessity of physical circumcision.
Acts 15:1-2: And certain men which came down from Judaea taught the brethren, [and said], Except ye be circumcised after the manner of Moses, ye cannot be saved.
Contradiction with Galatians 6:15
This verse suggests that being a new creature in Christ is what matters, rather than adherence to the law or circumcision, contrasting with the judgment perspective in Romans 2:27.
Galatians 6:15: For in Christ Jesus neither circumcision availeth any thing, nor uncircumcision, but a new creature.
Contradiction with Philippians 3:3
Here it is stated that true believers are those who worship God in spirit and have no confidence in the flesh, contrasting with Romans 2:27's implications regarding the physical observance of the law.
Philippians 3:3: For we are the circumcision, which worship God in the spirit, and rejoice in Christ Jesus, and have no confidence in the flesh.
Contradiction with Romans 4:9-11
These verses discuss the blessing of righteousness without circumcision, contrasting with the implication in Romans 2:27 of righteousness through law-following.
Romans 4:9-11: [Cometh] this blessedness then upon the circumcision [only], or upon the uncircumcision also? for we say that faith was reckoned to Abraham for righteousness.
Paradox #1
The contradiction or inconsistency in Romans 2:27 could be seen as the tension between outward appearances and inner truths. The verse suggests that those who follow the law more in spirit than in letter can morally judge others who are outwardly law-abiding but do not truly embody its principles. This could conflict with the idea of withholding judgment or emphasize that external adherence can be misleading. It points to a deeper question of who can judge whom based on perceived righteousness.