Contradictions and Paradoxes in Titus 1:8

Check out Contradictions Catalog of Titus 1:8 for the comprehensive list of verses that contradicts Titus 1:8. Some key contradictions and paradoxes are described below.

According to Paul, this verse teaches that a good person should be kind and welcoming, like to do good things, be fair and honest, and have self-control. It's about being nice and doing what's right.

Titus 1:8: But a lover of hospitality, a lover of good men, sober, just, holy, temperate; [men: or, things]

Contradiction with 2 Kings 9:20

The driving of Jehu does not reflect the sobriety and discipline expected of a leader as emphasized in Titus 1:8.

2 Kings 9:20: And the watchman told, saying, He came even unto them, and cometh not again: and the driving [is] like the driving of Jehu the son of Nimshi; for he driveth furiously. [driving: or, marching] [furiously: Heb. in madness]

Contradiction with Proverbs 14:29

Reflects the folly of impulsiveness versus the patience and self-control expected in Titus 1:8.

Proverbs 14:29: [He that is] slow to wrath [is] of great understanding: but [he that is] hasty of spirit exalteth folly. [hasty...: Heb. short of spirit]

Contradiction with Matthew 5:39

Advises turning the other cheek, possibly contrasting the assertiveness expected in standing for what is good as in Titus 1:8.

Matthew 5:39: But I say unto you, That ye resist not evil: but whosoever shall smite thee on thy right cheek, turn to him the other also.

Contradiction with Romans 12:19

Encourages leaving vengeance to God, contrasting with the strong defense of good leaders described in Titus 1:8.

Romans 12:19: Dearly beloved, avenge not yourselves, but [rather] give place unto wrath: for it is written, Vengeance [is] mine; I will repay, saith the Lord.

Contradiction with James 1:20

Says human anger doesn't bring about righteousness, possibly contrasting the need for assertive good in Titus 1:8.

James 1:20: For the wrath of man worketh not the righteousness of God.
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