Contradictions and Paradoxes in Proverbs 1:20

Check out Contradictions Catalog of Proverbs 1:20 for the comprehensive list of verses that contradicts Proverbs 1:20. Some key contradictions and paradoxes are described below.

According to Solomon, wisdom is like a person calling out loudly on the streets, trying to get everyone's attention and share important advice with them. It means that wisdom is available to everyone if they just listen and pay attention.

Proverbs 1:20: Wisdom crieth without; she uttereth her voice in the streets: [Wisdom: Heb. Wisdoms, that is, Excellent wisdom]

Contradiction with Proverbs 26:4

This verse advises not to answer a fool according to his folly, whereas Proverbs 1:20 depicts wisdom as openly calling out, implying engagement with all, including fools.

Proverbs 26:4: Answer not a fool according to his folly, lest thou also be like unto him.

Contradiction with Ecclesiastes 3:7

This verse suggests there is a time to keep silent, which contradicts the open public proclamation of wisdom in Proverbs 1:20.

Ecclesiastes 3:7: A time to rend, and a time to sew; a time to keep silence, and a time to speak;

Contradiction with Matthew 7:6

This verse warns against giving what is holy to dogs, suggesting discretion in sharing wisdom, contrary to the public call of wisdom in Proverbs 1:20.

Matthew 7:6: Give not that which is holy unto the dogs, neither cast ye your pearls before swine, lest they trample them under their feet, and turn again and rend you.

Contradiction with Proverbs 17:28

Suggests that even a fool is considered wise if silent, which contrasts with the idea of wisdom loudly proclaiming itself in Proverbs 1:20.

Proverbs 17:28: Even a fool, when he holdeth his peace, is counted wise: [and] he that shutteth his lips [is esteemed] a man of understanding.
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