Contradictions and Paradoxes in Titus 3:2

Check out Contradictions Catalog of Titus 3:2 for the comprehensive list of verses that contradicts Titus 3:2. Some key contradictions and paradoxes are described below.

According to Paul, God wants us to be kind and gentle to everyone. We shouldn't say bad things about others or get into fights, but be calm and humble instead.

Titus 3:2: To speak evil of no man, to be no brawlers, [but] gentle, shewing all meekness unto all men.

Contradiction with Matthew 7:6

This verse advises against kindness towards those who will not appreciate it, contradicting the concept of speaking evil of no one in Titus 3:2.

Matthew 7:6: Give not that which is holy unto the dogs, neither cast ye your pearls before swine, lest they trample them under their feet, and turn again and rend you.

Contradiction with Matthew 10:34

Jesus mentions bringing a sword, not peace, which contradicts the encouragement for peace in Titus 3:2.

Matthew 10:34: Think not that I am come to send peace on earth: I came not to send peace, but a sword.

Contradiction with Luke 12:51

Jesus speaks of division rather than peace on Earth, which contradicts the advocacy for peace in Titus 3:2.

Luke 12:51: Suppose ye that I am come to give peace on earth? I tell you, Nay; but rather division:

Contradiction with John 2:15

Jesus drives out the money changers with a whip, indicating a form of speaking and acting against others, in contrast to the guidance in Titus 3:2.

John 2:15: And when he had made a scourge of small cords, he drove them all out of the temple, and the sheep, and the oxen; and poured out the changers' money, and overthrew the tables;

Contradiction with Galatians 1:9

Paul’s curse on those preaching a different gospel shows a form of condemnation, which contradicts the call in Titus 3:2 to speak evil of no one.

Galatians 1:9: As we said before, so say I now again, If any [man] preach any other gospel unto you than that ye have received, let him be accursed.

Contradiction with Galatians 2:11

Paul opposes Peter openly, showing a form of public confrontation against the idea of avoiding speaking evil in Titus 3:2.

Galatians 2:11: But when Peter was come to Antioch, I withstood him to the face, because he was to be blamed.

Contradiction with 1 Corinthians 5:5

Paul instructs to deliver a man to Satan, showcasing harsh judgment, which contradicts the admonition in Titus 3:2 for gentleness and peace.

1 Corinthians 5:5: To deliver such an one unto Satan for the destruction of the flesh, that the spirit may be saved in the day of the Lord Jesus.

Paradox #1

The contradiction or inconsistency could be that "Titus 3:2" advises people to avoid speaking evil of others and to be gentle and humble, but there are other parts of the Bible where there are instances of harsh judgments or criticism of certain groups or behaviors. This might seem inconsistent to some people who see a tension between being gentle and the candid criticisms found elsewhere.

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