Titus 2:15 Contradictions and Paradoxes

According to Paul, who wrote this book, we should talk about good things, encourage others to do what's right, and correct people who are wrong. He tells us to be brave and strong, and not let anyone make us feel bad for doing so.

Contradiction with Matthew 7:1

"Judge not, that ye be not judged." Titus 2:15 speaks of rebuking with authority, while this verse advises against judgment.

Matthew 7:1: Judge not, that ye be not judged.

Contradiction with James 4:11

"Speak not evil one of another, brethren..." Titus 2:15 endorses authority in rebuke, which can be seen as speaking against others.

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 Romans 14:10

"But why dost thou judge thy brother? or why dost thou set at nought thy brother?" This contradicts Titus 2:15's authorization to rebuke others.

Romans 14:10: But why dost thou judge thy brother? or why dost thou set at nought thy brother? for we shall all stand before the judgment seat of Christ.

Contradiction with Matthew 5:7

"Blessed are the merciful: for they shall obtain mercy." Titus 2:15 emphasizes rebuke, which can contrast with showing mercy.

Matthew 5:7: Blessed [are] the merciful: for they shall obtain mercy.

Contradiction with Proverbs 15:1

"A soft answer turneth away wrath: but grievous words stir up anger." This suggests a gentle approach, differing from the authoritative rebuke of Titus 2:15.

Proverbs 15:1: A soft answer turneth away wrath: but grievous words stir up anger.

Contradiction with James 1:19

"Wherefore, my beloved brethren, let every man be swift to hear, slow to speak, slow to wrath." Encourages listening over speaking rebuke as seen in Titus 2:15.

James 1:19: Wherefore, my beloved brethren, let every man be swift to hear, slow to speak, slow to wrath:

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..." This advocates gentle correction rather than authoritative rebuke.

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]