Contradictions and Paradoxes in Proverbs 13:4

Check out Contradictions Catalog of Proverbs 13:4 for the comprehensive list of verses that contradicts Proverbs 13:4. Some key contradictions and paradoxes are described below.

According to Solomon, if someone is lazy and only wishes for things, they won't get anything they want. But if someone works hard, they will have plenty and be happy.

Proverbs 13:4: The soul of the sluggard desireth, and [hath] nothing: but the soul of the diligent shall be made fat.

Contradiction with Matthew 6:26

Contrary to advocating hard work, this verse suggests that God provides for all His creations without their labor, such as how He feeds the birds.

Matthew 6:26: Behold the fowls of the air: for they sow not, neither do they reap, nor gather into barns; yet your heavenly Father feedeth them. Are ye not much better than they?

Contradiction with Luke 6:20-21

These verses emphasize the blessedness of the poor and hungry, suggesting that fulfillment comes not from labor but from God's kingdom.

Luke 6:20-21: And he lifted up his eyes on his disciples, and said, Blessed [be ye] poor: for yours is the kingdom of God.

Contradiction with Exodus 16:15-18

This passage describes manna provided directly by God to the Israelites, indicating sustenance without toil.

Exodus 16:15-18: And when the children of Israel saw [it], they said one to another, It [is] manna: for they wist not what it [was]. And Moses said unto them, This [is] the bread which the LORD hath given you to eat. [It is...: or, What is this? or, It is a portion]

Contradiction with Ecclesiastes 5:19

The verse speaks of joy in wealth and possessions as a gift from God, rather than a result of one's work or diligence.

Ecclesiastes 5:19: Every man also to whom God hath given riches and wealth, and hath given him power to eat thereof, and to take his portion, and to rejoice in his labour; this [is] the gift of God.

Contradiction with Matthew 11:28-30

Jesus invites the weary to find rest in Him, offering peace without the necessity of hard work or striving.

Matthew 11:28-30: Come unto me, all [ye] that labour and are heavy laden, and I will give you rest.
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