Contradictions and Paradoxes in Proverbs 18:18

Check out Contradictions Catalog of Proverbs 18:18 for the comprehensive list of verses that contradicts Proverbs 18:18. Some key contradictions and paradoxes are described below.

According to Solomon, choosing by chance, like flipping a coin, can help stop arguments and make decisions between strong people. This way, it's fair and no one has to fight.

Proverbs 18:18: The lot causeth contentions to cease, and parteth between the mighty.

Contradiction with Proverbs 16:33

This verse suggests that the outcome of casting lots is determined by God, not just a means to settle disputes without bias.

Proverbs 16:33: The lot is cast into the lap; but the whole disposing thereof [is] of the LORD.

Contradiction with Ecclesiastes 9:11

This verse implies that events are not always determined by fair means, as time and chance happen to all, suggesting that casting lots might not ensure a just result.

Ecclesiastes 9:11: I returned, and saw under the sun, that the race [is] not to the swift, nor the battle to the strong, neither yet bread to the wise, nor yet riches to men of understanding, nor yet favour to men of skill; but time and chance happeneth to them all.

Contradiction with Matthew 5:9

This verse emphasizes active peacemaking rather than relying on casting lots as a passive method for resolution.

Matthew 5:9: Blessed [are] the peacemakers: for they shall be called the children of God.

Contradiction with 1 Corinthians 14:33

This verse indicates that God is not the author of confusion, suggesting that reliance on lots could lead to discord rather than clarity.

1 Corinthians 14:33: For God is not [the author] of confusion, but of peace, as in all churches of the saints. [confusion: Gr. tumult, or, unquietness]
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