Contradictions and Paradoxes in Haggai 1:9

Check out Contradictions Catalog of Haggai 1:9 for the comprehensive list of verses that contradicts Haggai 1:9. Some key contradictions and paradoxes are described below.

According to Haggai, God is telling the people that they are trying hard to get lots of things, but they end up with very little because they are not taking care of God's house. They are more concerned about their own houses instead of God's, so He is not blessing their efforts.

Haggai 1:9: Ye looked for much, and, lo, [it came] to little; and when ye brought [it] home, I did blow upon it. Why? saith the LORD of hosts. Because of mine house that [is] waste, and ye run every man unto his own house. [blow...: or, blow it away]

Contradiction with Proverbs 10:22

This verse states that the blessing of the LORD makes one rich without adding sorrow, which contradicts Haggai 1:9 where the people's efforts are diminished due to God's displeasure.

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

Contradiction with Philippians 4:19

This verse promises that God will supply all needs according to His riches, which is in contrast to Haggai 1:9 where God withholds blessings due to the people's neglect.

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

Contradiction with Matthew 6:33

This verse emphasizes that seeking God's kingdom first ensures all needs are met, while Haggai 1:9 depicts a lack of blessings because God's house is not prioritized.

Matthew 6:33: But seek ye first the kingdom of God, and his righteousness; and all these things shall be added unto you.

Contradiction with Malachi 3:10

This verse suggests that bringing tithes will result in blessings overflowing, opposing Haggai 1:9 where neglect leads to scarcity.

Malachi 3:10: Bring ye all the tithes into the storehouse, that there may be meat in mine house, and prove me now herewith, saith the LORD of hosts, if I will not open you the windows of heaven, and pour you out a blessing, that [there shall] not [be room] enough [to receive it]. [pour...: Heb. empty out]

Contradiction with James 1:17

This verse declares that every good gift comes from above and is unwavering, while Haggai 1:9 shows God withholding blessings due to disobedience.

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.

Paradox #1

The contradiction or conflict in Haggai 1:9 could be the tension between people's personal desires and their obligations to spiritual commitments or community responsibilities. People focus on their own needs but neglect shared or spiritual duties, leading to imbalance and dissatisfaction. Thus, it highlights the conflict between self-interest and collective obligations.

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