Contradictions and Paradoxes in Proverbs 1:9

Check out Contradictions Catalog of Proverbs 1:9 for the comprehensive list of verses that contradicts Proverbs 1:9. Some key contradictions and paradoxes are described below.

According to Solomon, wise teachings are like pretty jewelry for your head and neck, showing how special and valuable they make you feel. They help you make good choices and live a happy life.

Proverbs 1:9: For they [shall be] an ornament of grace unto thy head, and chains about thy neck. [an...: Heb. an adding]

Contradiction with Matthew 10:34

This verse speaks of bringing a sword and not peace, which contradicts the peaceful imagery of adornment in Proverbs 1:9.

Matthew 10:34: Think not that I am come to send peace on earth: I came not to send peace, but a sword.

Contradiction with Matthew 19:29

This verse suggests leaving family behind, whereas Proverbs 1:9 emphasizes family values.

Matthew 19:29: And every one that hath forsaken houses, or brethren, or sisters, or father, or mother, or wife, or children, or lands, for my name's sake, shall receive an hundredfold, and shall inherit everlasting life.

Contradiction with Luke 12:51

This verse speaks of division rather than unity, contrasting with the harmonious wisdom symbolized in Proverbs 1:9.

Luke 12:51: Suppose ye that I am come to give peace on earth? I tell you, Nay; but rather division:

Contradiction with Luke 14:26

Advocates for hating family for discipleship, which contradicts the familial honor depicted in Proverbs 1:9.

Luke 14:26: If any [man] come to me, and hate not his father, and mother, and wife, and children, and brethren, and sisters, yea, and his own life also, he cannot be my disciple.

Contradiction with Micah 7:6

Describes family members as adversaries, opposing the positive family relationship in Proverbs 1:9.

Micah 7:6: For the son dishonoureth the father, the daughter riseth up against her mother, the daughter in law against her mother in law; a man's enemies [are] the men of his own house.
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