Did Paul Have Eye Problems? Myth, Language, and Theology. A common theory in biblical scholarship is that Paul suffered from poor eyesight. The argument often comes from Galatians 4:15, where Paul says: “I am sure you would have taken out your own eyes and given them to me if it had been possible.” Some also point to Galatians 6:11 — “Notice what large letters I use as I write these closing words in my own handwriting.”