Contradiction with Matthew 7:1
"Judge not, that ye be not judged." Contradicts the instruction to "rebuke them sharply" in Titus 1:13 as it discourages judgment.
Matthew 7:1: Judge not, that ye be not judged.
Contradiction with Luke 6:37
"Judge not, and ye shall not be judged: condemn not, and ye shall not be condemned: forgive, and ye shall be forgiven." This contradicts the call in Titus 1:13 to rebuke sharply, promoting forgiveness instead.
Luke 6:37: Judge not, and ye shall not be judged: condemn not, and ye shall not be condemned: forgive, and ye shall be forgiven:
Contradiction with James 4:11
"Speak not evil one of another, brethren. He that speaketh evil of his brother, and judgeth his brother, speaketh evil of the law, and judgeth the law..." This verse contradicts the harsh rebuke advised in Titus 1:13 by advising against speaking evil or judgment.
James 4:11: Speak not evil one of another, brethren. He that speaketh evil of [his] brother, and judgeth his brother, speaketh evil of the law, and judgeth the law: but if thou judge the law, thou art not a doer of the law, but a judge.
Contradiction with Galatians 6:1
"Brethren, if a man be overtaken in a fault, ye which are spiritual, restore such an one in the spirit of meekness; considering thyself, lest thou also be tempted." Contrasts with the sharp rebuke in Titus 1:13, advising restoration with meekness instead.
Galatians 6:1: Brethren, if a man be overtaken in a fault, ye which are spiritual, restore such an one in the spirit of meekness; considering thyself, lest thou also be tempted. [if: or, although]
Paradox #1
Titus 1:13 might create a moral conflict because it advises stern rebuke, which could seem harsh or unkind. Some might see this as conflicting with the broader biblical teachings of love, kindness, and gentleness. This could leave readers questioning how to balance correction with compassion.