Contradictions and Paradoxes in Ecclesiastes 5:6

Check out Contradictions Catalog of Ecclesiastes 5:6 for the comprehensive list of verses that contradicts Ecclesiastes 5:6. Some key contradictions and paradoxes are described below.

According to Solomon, this verse means we should be careful with our words and actions, so we don't make mistakes and upset God. If we blame our mistakes on "oops, it was a mistake," we could lose the good things we've worked hard for.

Ecclesiastes 5:6: Suffer not thy mouth to cause thy flesh to sin; neither say thou before the angel, that it [was] an error: wherefore should God be angry at thy voice, and destroy the work of thine hands?

Contradiction with Proverbs 17:28

It suggests holding one's tongue is wise and avoids sin, whereas Ecclesiastes 5:6 warns against letting one's mouth lead to sin.

Proverbs 17:28: Even a fool, when he holdeth his peace, is counted wise: [and] he that shutteth his lips [is esteemed] a man of understanding.

Contradiction with James 3:2

This verse suggests that controlling one's mouth equates to perfection, contrasting with the warning in Ecclesiastes about the mouth causing sin.

James 3:2: For in many things we offend all. If any man offend not in word, the same [is] a perfect man, [and] able also to bridle the whole body.
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