Contradictions and Paradoxes in Deuteronomy 6:7

Check out Contradictions Catalog of Deuteronomy 6:7 for the comprehensive list of verses that contradicts Deuteronomy 6:7. Some key contradictions and paradoxes are described below.

According to Moses, this verse means that parents should always teach their children about God's teachings, whether they are at home, walking outside, getting ready for bed, or waking up in the morning. It's like sharing important stories and lessons all through the day.

Deuteronomy 6:7: And thou shalt teach them diligently unto thy children, and shalt talk of them when thou sittest in thine house, and when thou walkest by the way, and when thou liest down, and when thou risest up. [teach: Heb. whet, or, sharpen]

Contradiction with Ecclesiastes 3:7

This verse suggests that there is a time to keep silence, contrary to the continuous teaching encouraged in Deuteronomy 6:7.

Ecclesiastes 3:7: A time to rend, and a time to sew; a time to keep silence, and a time to speak;

Contradiction with Matthew 6:6

This verse implies that prayer should be done in private, whereas Deuteronomy 6:7 encourages discussing God's commandments openly in all settings.

Matthew 6:6: But thou, when thou prayest, enter into thy closet, and when thou hast shut thy door, pray to thy Father which is in secret; and thy Father which seeth in secret shall reward thee openly.

Contradiction with Matthew 7:6

This verse advises against sharing sacred teachings with those who may not appreciate them, in contrast to the constant teaching to everyone in Deuteronomy 6:7.

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 Proverbs 10:19

This verse suggests that restraining one's words is wise, counter to the continuous speaking of commandments instructed in Deuteronomy 6:7.

Proverbs 10:19: In the multitude of words there wanteth not sin: but he that refraineth his lips [is] wise.

Contradiction with Ecclesiastes 1:8

This verse notes that speaking is wearisome, whereas Deuteronomy 6:7 encourages continual discussion of biblical laws.

Ecclesiastes 1:8: All things [are] full of labour; man cannot utter [it]: the eye is not satisfied with seeing, nor the ear filled with hearing.

Paradox #1

Deuteronomy 6:7 might seem to contradict the idea that religious beliefs should be a personal choice and not imposed on others, especially children. The verse encourages teaching these beliefs diligently, which could be seen as not allowing for individual freedom in choosing beliefs. However, some might argue it's about sharing traditions and values with the next generation.

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