Contradiction with Ecclesiastes 5:19
Ecclesiastes 5:19 suggests that wealth is a gift from God and is meant to be enjoyed, contrasting with Proverbs 1:19 which implies that such gain from greedy pursuit leads to destruction.
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 Proverbs 10:22
Proverbs 10:22 states that the blessing of the LORD brings wealth, without painful toil for it, while Proverbs 1:19 focuses on the destructive path of those who seek wealth through greed.
Proverbs 10:22: The blessing of the LORD, it maketh rich, and he addeth no sorrow with it.
Contradiction with Matthew 6:20
This verse encourages storing treasures in heaven rather than greed for earthly gain, which aligns with the spirit of Proverbs 1:19 but contrasts its implication that all wealth pursuit is destructive.
Matthew 6:20: But lay up for yourselves treasures in heaven, where neither moth nor rust doth corrupt, and where thieves do not break through nor steal:
Contradiction with Luke 12:31
Luke 12:31 urges seeking God's kingdom first, suggesting that necessary things will be added to one's life, which contrasts the idea in Proverbs 1:19 that seeking gain leads to ruin.
Luke 12:31: But rather seek ye the kingdom of God; and all these things shall be added unto you.
Contradiction with 1 Timothy 6:17
This verse instructs the rich not to be arrogant and to hope in God who richly provides, opposing the warning in Proverbs 1:19 against the ruinous pursuit of wealth.
1 Timothy 6:17: Charge them that are rich in this world, that they be not highminded, nor trust in uncertain riches, but in the living God, who giveth us richly all things to enjoy; [uncertain...: Gr. uncertainty of riches]
Paradox #1
The moral conflict in Proverbs 1:19 could lie in its message about gaining wealth through dishonest means leading to negative consequences. Some may see a contradiction if they believe certain biblical figures who attained wealth seemed to do so through actions that might be considered morally ambiguous. This could create tension between the message of the verse and the perceived actions of those figures.