Contradiction with Philippians 4:13
While Ecclesiastes 2:25 suggests contentment in earthly pleasures granted by God, Philippians 4:13 emphasizes finding strength through Christ, indicating spiritual fulfillment over earthly enjoyment.
Philippians 4:13: I can do all things through Christ which strengtheneth me.
Contradiction with Matthew 6:19-20
Ecclesiastes 2:25 focuses on enjoying material pleasures, whereas Matthew 6:19-20 advises storing treasures in heaven, warning against earthly wealth.
Matthew 6:19-20: Lay not up for yourselves treasures upon earth, where moth and rust doth corrupt, and where thieves break through and steal:
Contradiction with James 4:4
James 4:4 warns against friendship with the world as enmity with God, contrasting with Ecclesiastes 2:25's implication of finding joy in the world's pleasures.
James 4:4: Ye adulterers and adulteresses, know ye not that the friendship of the world is enmity with God? whosoever therefore will be a friend of the world is the enemy of God.
Contradiction with 1 John 2:15-17
Ecclesiastes 2:25 highlights enjoying God-given pleasures, while 1 John 2:15-17 cautions against loving the world and its desires.
1 John 2:15-17: Love not the world, neither the things [that are] in the world. If any man love the world, the love of the Father is not in him.
Contradiction with Luke 6:20-21
Ecclesiastes 2:25 centers on enjoying life's goodness, yet Luke 6:20-21 blesses the poor and hungry, emphasizing future spiritual satisfaction.
Luke 6:20-21: And he lifted up his eyes on his disciples, and said, Blessed [be ye] poor: for yours is the kingdom of God.
Contradiction with Colossians 3:2
This verse instructs to set affections on heavenly things, contrasting Ecclesiastes 2:25's notion of earthly contentment being significant.
Colossians 3:2: Set your affection on things above, not on things on the earth. [affection: or, mind]