Contradictions and Paradoxes in Ecclesiastes 5:14

Check out Contradictions Catalog of Ecclesiastes 5:14 for the comprehensive list of verses that contradicts Ecclesiastes 5:14. Some key contradictions and paradoxes are described below.

According to the author of Ecclesiastes, bad things can happen that make money disappear, and sometimes a father might have nothing to give to his son. This teaches that we shouldn't rely too much on money because it can go away quickly.

Ecclesiastes 5:14: But those riches perish by evil travail: and he begetteth a son, and [there is] nothing in his hand.

Contradiction with Proverbs 10:22

Describes wealth as a blessing from the Lord rather than something that is lost.

Proverbs 10:22: The blessing of the LORD, it maketh rich, and he addeth no sorrow with it.

Contradiction with Matthew 6:19-20

Encourages storing treasures in heaven where they cannot be lost, contradicting the notion of lost riches.

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 Philippians 4:19

Assures that God will supply all needs, contrasting the idea of wealth being lost.

Philippians 4:19: But my God shall supply all your need according to his riches in glory by Christ Jesus.

Contradiction with Psalm 112:3

Talks about wealth and riches being in the house of the righteous, suggesting permanence rather than loss.

Psalm 112:3: Wealth and riches [shall be] in his house: and his righteousness endureth for ever.

Contradiction with Job 42:10

Shows the restoration and increase of Job's wealth, opposing the concept of riches being lost.

Job 42:10: And the LORD turned the captivity of Job, when he prayed for his friends: also the LORD gave Job twice as much as he had before. [gave...: Heb. added all that had been to Job unto the double]

Paradox #1

One potential contradiction in the message often interpreted from Ecclesiastes 5:14 is the idea that accumulating wealth might be pointless because it can be lost easily, which could clash with other teachings that praise hard work and wealth accumulation as blessings or rewards. This can create a tension between valuing hard work and the futility of material wealth.

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