Contradictions and Paradoxes in Proverbs 11:11

Check out Contradictions Catalog of Proverbs 11:11 for the comprehensive list of verses that contradicts Proverbs 11:11. Some key contradictions and paradoxes are described below.

According to Solomon, good people bring happiness and make a city a better place to live, but bad people can cause trouble and make it fall apart.

Proverbs 11:11: By the blessing of the upright the city is exalted: but it is overthrown by the mouth of the wicked.

Contradiction with Matthew 5:44

This verse calls for love and blessings towards enemies, contradicting Proverbs 11:11's call for the blessing of the upright to influence a city.

Matthew 5:44: But I say unto you, Love your enemies, bless them that curse you, do good to them that hate you, and pray for them which despitefully use you, and persecute you;

Contradiction with Romans 12:17

Advises against returning evil for evil, which contrasts with the idea of a group's actions or blessings having powerful societal impact as suggested in Proverbs 11:11.

Romans 12:17: Recompense to no man evil for evil. Provide things honest in the sight of all men.

Contradiction with 1 Thessalonians 5:15

Encourages always seeking good for others rather than responding to negative influences, standing in contrast to the collective impact of blessings in Proverbs 11:11.

1 Thessalonians 5:15: See that none render evil for evil unto any [man]; but ever follow that which is good, both among yourselves, and to all [men].
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