Contradiction with Ephesians 4:29
Encourages gracious speech for edification, which might seem to broaden the concept beyond avoiding "vain babblings."
Ephesians 4:29: Let no corrupt communication proceed out of your mouth, but that which is good to the use of edifying, that it may minister grace unto the hearers. [to...: or, to edify profitably]
Contradiction with Proverbs 18:21
Emphasizes the power of the tongue to bring life or death, suggesting speech can be more impactful than just "vain" discussions.
Proverbs 18:21: Death and life [are] in the power of the tongue: and they that love it shall eat the fruit thereof.
Contradiction with Ecclesiastes 5:2
Advises not to be hasty in words, which contrasts the idea of simply avoiding "vain babblings."
Ecclesiastes 5:2: Be not rash with thy mouth, and let not thine heart be hasty to utter [any] thing before God: for God [is] in heaven, and thou upon earth: therefore let thy words be few. [thing: or, word]
Contradiction with Proverbs 10:19
Indicates that excessive talking leads to sin, possibly implying that all excessive talk (not just "vain babblings") should be avoided.
Proverbs 10:19: In the multitude of words there wanteth not sin: but he that refraineth his lips [is] wise.
Contradiction with James 1:26
Warns that failing to control one's tongue makes one's religion worthless, which emphasizes speech control beyond just avoiding "vain babblings."
James 1:26: If any man among you seem to be religious, and bridleth not his tongue, but deceiveth his own heart, this man's religion [is] vain.
Paradox #1
2 Timothy 2:16 advises against engaging in godless chatter because it leads people further away from God. A potential contradiction or inconsistency here could arise when considering the biblical encouragement to spread one's beliefs and engage with others. By avoiding certain conversations, it might conflict with the idea of being open and communicative about one's faith. Additionally, deciding what qualifies as "godless chatter" can be subjective and could lead to excluding others or avoiding important discussions.