Contradictions and Paradoxes in Proverbs 20:10

Check out Contradictions Catalog of Proverbs 20:10 for the comprehensive list of verses that contradicts Proverbs 20:10. Some key contradictions and paradoxes are described below.

According to King Solomon, God does not like when people use unfair scales or measurements to trick others, just like you wouldn't like if someone cheated in a game. Being honest and fair is important to God.

Proverbs 20:10: Divers weights, [and] divers measures, both of them [are] alike abomination to the LORD. [Divers weights: Heb. A stone and a stone] [divers measures: Heb. an ephah and an ephah]

Contradiction with Leviticus 19:36

This verse advocates for just weights and measures, aligning with Proverbs 20:10 to maintain honesty, rather than contradicting it.

Leviticus 19:36: Just balances, just weights, a just ephah, and a just hin, shall ye have: I [am] the LORD your God, which brought you out of the land of Egypt. [weights: Heb. stones]

Paradox #1

Proverbs 20:10 talks about the unfairness of using different standards or measures. A contradiction might arise if someone claims to live by biblical teachings but uses dishonest standards in their business or personal dealings. This would be inconsistent with the principle of fairness the verse promotes.

Paradox #2

The verse addresses the issue of using different weights or measures, which is unfair and dishonest in trading or dealings. The contradiction or inconsistency lies in the practice of having varied scales, which leads to deceit and inequality in transactions. This is unfair because it creates conflicts and disadvantages for one party.

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