Contradictions and Paradoxes in Ecclesiastes 7:5

Check out Contradictions Catalog of Ecclesiastes 7:5 for the comprehensive list of verses that contradicts Ecclesiastes 7:5. Some key contradictions and paradoxes are described below.

According to Solomon, it is smarter to listen when wise people tell us we are wrong, than to listen to silly songs from people who don't know much. Listening to good advice helps us become better, but listening to nonsense doesn't help at all.

Ecclesiastes 7:5: [It is] better to hear the rebuke of the wise, than for a man to hear the song of fools.

Contradiction with Proverbs 15:31

This verse values listening to reproof for wisdom, while Ecclesiastes 7:5 suggests dwelling on criticism rather than seeking an encouraging and wise counsel.

Proverbs 15:31: The ear that heareth the reproof of life abideth among the wise.

Contradiction with Proverbs 17:22

This verse states that a merry heart is good for health, contrasting with the idea in Ecclesiastes 7:5 that criticism or rebuke is better than pleasant praise.

Proverbs 17:22: A merry heart doeth good [like] a medicine: but a broken spirit drieth the bones. [like: or, to]

Contradiction with Proverbs 12:25

This verse emphasizes the benefit of good words (encouragement), opposing the notion in Ecclesiastes 7:5 that hearing rebuke is preferable.

Proverbs 12:25: Heaviness in the heart of man maketh it stoop: but a good word maketh it glad.

Paradox #1

Ecclesiastes 7:5 suggests that it's better to receive criticism from a wise person than praise from a fool. A possible contradiction could arise when considering the broader teachings about kindness and encouragement. While constructive criticism is valuable, consistently focusing on criticism over praise could seem at odds with messages about supporting and uplifting others, potentially leading to confusion about when to correct and when to encourage.

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