Contradictions and Paradoxes in Titus 1:5

Check out Contradictions Catalog of Titus 1:5 for the comprehensive list of verses that contradicts Titus 1:5. Some key contradictions and paradoxes are described below.

According to Paul, he tells Titus that he left him in a place called Crete to fix things that were not done yet and to choose leaders in each city, just like Paul told him to do before.

Titus 1:5: For this cause left I thee in Crete, that thou shouldest set in order the things that are wanting, and ordain elders in every city, as I had appointed thee: [wanting: or, left undone]

Contradiction with Matthew 23:10

Jesus instructs not to call anyone on earth "master" or "leader," while Titus 1:5 appoints church leaders.

Matthew 23:10: Neither be ye called masters: for one is your Master, [even] Christ.

Contradiction with Matthew 20:25-26

Jesus says that followers should not exercise authority over one another, in contrast to appointing elders as leaders in Titus 1:5.

Matthew 20:25-26: But Jesus called them [unto him], and said, Ye know that the princes of the Gentiles exercise dominion over them, and they that are great exercise authority upon them.

Contradiction with 1 Peter 5:3

Advises church leaders not to "lord it over" others, while Titus 1:5 involves appointing elders with authority.

1 Peter 5:3: Neither as being lords over [God's] heritage, but being ensamples to the flock. [being lords over: or, overruling]

Contradiction with James 3:1

Warns against many becoming teachers due to stricter judgment, contrasting with ordaining many elders in Titus 1:5.

James 3:1: My brethren, be not many masters, knowing that we shall receive the greater condemnation. [condemnation: or, judgment]

Contradiction with Matthew 23:8

Stresses equality among believers, opposing the hierarchical nature implied in appointing elders in Titus 1:5.

Matthew 23:8: But be not ye called Rabbi: for one is your Master, [even] Christ; and all ye are brethren.
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