Contradictions and Paradoxes in Titus 2:2

Check out Contradictions Catalog of Titus 2:2 for the comprehensive list of verses that contradicts Titus 2:2. Some key contradictions and paradoxes are described below.

According to Paul, older men should be wise, serious, and calm. They should also be strong in believing in God, loving others, and waiting patiently.

Titus 2:2: That the aged men be sober, grave, temperate, sound in faith, in charity, in patience. [sober: or, vigilant]

Contradiction with Ecclesiastes 7:9

Ecclesiastes 7:9 advises against being quick to anger, which contrasts with the patience emphasized in Titus 2:2.

Ecclesiastes 7:9: Be not hasty in thy spirit to be angry: for anger resteth in the bosom of fools.

Contradiction with James 1:20

This verse claims human anger does not produce righteousness, contradicting Titus 2:2's call for temperance and patience in dealing with others.

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

Contradiction with Proverbs 14:29

Proverbs suggests that being slow to anger is wise, contradicting the patience expressed in Titus 2:2, which may imply immediate understanding and patience.

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 Galatians 5:19-21

These verses list behaviors contrary to the Spirit, like wrath, which might contrast with the sober, patient traits encouraged in Titus 2:2.

Galatians 5:19-21: Now the works of the flesh are manifest, which are [these]; Adultery, fornication, uncleanness, lasciviousness,

Contradiction with Ephesians 4:26

Advises to be angry but not sin, potentially contradicting the call in Titus 2:2 for patience and soundness in faith which implies restraint from anger altogether.

Ephesians 4:26: Be ye angry, and sin not: let not the sun go down upon your wrath:
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