Contradictions and Paradoxes in Proverbs 1:2

Check out Contradictions Catalog of Proverbs 1:2 for the comprehensive list of verses that contradicts Proverbs 1:2. Some key contradictions and paradoxes are described below.

According to Solomon, this verse means that learning to be wise and understanding what is right and good can help us make smart choices in life. It is like learning important lessons that help us think and live better.

Proverbs 1:2: To know wisdom and instruction; to perceive the words of understanding;

Contradiction with Ecclesiastes 1:18

This verse suggests that with much wisdom comes much grief, contradicting the notion of wisdom bringing benefit and learning in Proverbs 1:2.

Ecclesiastes 1:18: For in much wisdom [is] much grief: and he that increaseth knowledge increaseth sorrow.

Contradiction with 1 Corinthians 3:18-19

These verses state that worldly wisdom is foolishness with God, contrasting the positive view of wisdom in Proverbs 1:2.

1 Corinthians 3:18-19: Let no man deceive himself. If any man among you seemeth to be wise in this world, let him become a fool, that he may be wise.

Contradiction with James 3:15

This verse contrasts earthly wisdom as being negative, opposing the positive idea of wisdom and learning in Proverbs 1:2.

James 3:15: This wisdom descendeth not from above, but [is] earthly, sensual, devilish. [sensual: or, natural]

Contradiction with 1 Corinthians 1:21

Here, the wisdom of the world is viewed as inadequate for knowing God, which contrasts the positive value of wisdom in Proverbs 1:2.

1 Corinthians 1:21: For after that in the wisdom of God the world by wisdom knew not God, it pleased God by the foolishness of preaching to save them that believe.

Contradiction with Isaiah 47:10

This verse shows self-wisdom leading to deception, contradicting the beneficial pursuit of wisdom in Proverbs 1:2.

Isaiah 47:10: For thou hast trusted in thy wickedness: thou hast said, None seeth me. Thy wisdom and thy knowledge, it hath perverted thee; and thou hast said in thine heart, I [am], and none else beside me. [perverted...: or, caused thee to turn away]
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