Contradictions and Paradoxes in Ecclesiastes 9:13

Check out Contradictions Catalog of Ecclesiastes 9:13 for the comprehensive list of verses that contradicts Ecclesiastes 9:13. Some key contradictions and paradoxes are described below.

According to the author of the book, Solomon, this verse means he learned something very wise while living his life, and he thought it was very important. It's like when you discover a smart idea that helps you understand things better.

Ecclesiastes 9:13: This wisdom have I seen also under the sun, and it [seemed] great unto me:

Contradiction with Proverbs 4:7

States that wisdom is the principal thing, contradicting the portrayal of wisdom as ineffective in Ecclesiastes 9:13.

Proverbs 4:7: Wisdom [is] the principal thing; [therefore] get wisdom: and with all thy getting get understanding.

Contradiction with 1 Corinthians 1:25

Declares that the foolishness of God is wiser than human wisdom, contrasting with the perceived futility of wisdom in Ecclesiastes 9:13.

1 Corinthians 1:25: Because the foolishness of God is wiser than men; and the weakness of God is stronger than men.

Contradiction with James 1:5

Encourages asking God for wisdom, contradicting Ecclesiastes 9:13's implication of wisdom's limited value.

James 1:5: If any of you lack wisdom, let him ask of God, that giveth to all [men] liberally, and upbraideth not; and it shall be given him.

Contradiction with Proverbs 19:8

Emphasizes the value of acquiring wisdom as beneficial, opposing the idea in Ecclesiastes 9:13 where wisdom seems undervalued.

Proverbs 19:8: He that getteth wisdom loveth his own soul: he that keepeth understanding shall find good. [wisdom: Heb. an heart]
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