Contradiction with Jeremiah 29:11
Ecclesiastes 3:10 speaks of travail as God's assigned task, whereas Jeremiah 29:11 emphasizes thoughts of peace and plans for a hopeful future, suggesting a more optimistic view of God's intentions.
Jeremiah 29:11: For I know the thoughts that I think toward you, saith the LORD, thoughts of peace, and not of evil, to give you an expected end. [expected...: Heb. end and expectation]
Contradiction with Matthew 11:28
Ecclesiastes 3:10 alludes to toil and burdens given by God, while Matthew 11:28 invites those who labor and are heavy laden to find rest in Christ, offering relief from life's burdens.
Matthew 11:28: Come unto me, all [ye] that labour and are heavy laden, and I will give you rest.
Contradiction with James 1:17
Ecclesiastes 3:10 indicates a task involving travail, yet James 1:17 states every good and perfect gift is from above, implying a more positive bestowment from God.
James 1:17: Every good gift and every perfect gift is from above, and cometh down from the Father of lights, with whom is no variableness, neither shadow of turning.
Contradiction with Romans 8:28
Ecclesiastes 3:10 mentions burdensome tasks given by God, whereas Romans 8:28 assures that all things work together for good for those who love God, highlighting a beneficial purpose behind God's actions.
Romans 8:28: And we know that all things work together for good to them that love God, to them who are the called according to [his] purpose.
Contradiction with Psalm 55:22
Ecclesiastes 3:10 suggests God gives burdens, yet Psalm 55:22 encourages casting burdens upon the Lord for sustenance, offering a solution rather than an assignment of burdens.
Psalm 55:22: Cast thy burden upon the LORD, and he shall sustain thee: he shall never suffer the righteous to be moved. [burden: or, gift]