Contradictions and Paradoxes in Romans 9:4

Check out Contradictions Catalog of Romans 9:4 for the comprehensive list of verses that contradicts Romans 9:4. Some key contradictions and paradoxes are described below.

According to Paul, the Israelites are special people chosen by God. They receive God's promises, rules, and all the special gifts he has to offer.

Romans 9:4: Who are Israelites; to whom [pertaineth] the adoption, and the glory, and the covenants, and the giving of the law, and the service [of God], and the promises; [covenants: or, testaments]

Contradiction with Galatians 3:28

This verse contradicts Romans 9:4 by emphasizing the unity of all in Christ without distinction of Jew or Greek, which contrasts the privileges mentioned in Romans 9:4 for the Israelites.

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 Ephesians 2:14-15

This verse contradicts Romans 9:4 by asserting that Christ has broken down the division between Jews and Gentiles, making one new man from the two, in contrast with the special status of Israelites indicated in Romans 9:4.

Ephesians 2:14-15: For he is our peace, who hath made both one, and hath broken down the middle wall of partition [between us];

Contradiction with Colossians 3:11

This verse contradicts Romans 9:4 by stating that there is no Greek or Jew in Christ, contrary to Romans 9:4 which highlights specific privileges granted to Israelites.

Colossians 3:11: Where there is neither Greek nor Jew, circumcision nor uncircumcision, Barbarian, Scythian, bond [nor] free: but Christ [is] all, and in all.

Contradiction with Matthew 8:11-12

This verse contradicts Romans 9:4 by suggesting that many will come from the east and west to sit with the patriarchs in the kingdom of heaven, while the children of the kingdom (Israelites) will be cast out, opposing the favored position of Israelites in Romans 9:4.

Matthew 8:11-12: And I say unto you, That many shall come from the east and west, and shall sit down with Abraham, and Isaac, and Jacob, in the kingdom of heaven.

Contradiction with John 4:21-24

This verse contradicts Romans 9:4 by indicating that true worship will not be tied to Jewish customs or locations, challenging the special privileges and service associated with being an Israelite mentioned in Romans 9:4.

John 4:21-24: Jesus saith unto her, Woman, believe me, the hour cometh, when ye shall neither in this mountain, nor yet at Jerusalem, worship the Father.

Paradox #1

The potential moral inconsistency in that verse might stem from the perception of favoritism or exclusivity, as it highlights privileges and special status given to a particular group, which could seem unfair or contradictory to the idea of equal love and treatment for all people.

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