Contradiction with Proverbs 13:4
This verse states that the soul of the diligent shall be made fat, suggesting diligence leads to fulfillment, contradicting Proverbs 21:25 which highlights the pitfalls of desire coupled with laziness.
Proverbs 13:4: The soul of the sluggard desireth, and [hath] nothing: but the soul of the diligent shall be made fat.
Contradiction with Ecclesiastes 9:10
This verse encourages doing whatever your hand finds to do with all your might, emphasizing action and effort, conflicting with Proverbs 21:25's idea of desires perishing without effort.
Ecclesiastes 9:10: Whatsoever thy hand findeth to do, do [it] with thy might; for [there is] no work, nor device, nor knowledge, nor wisdom, in the grave, whither thou goest.
Contradiction with Proverbs 14:23
This states that in all labor there is profit, highlighting the virtue and reward of work, contrasting with Proverbs 21:25 where the slothful's desires kill him due to inaction.
Proverbs 14:23: In all labour there is profit: but the talk of the lips [tendeth] only to penury.
Contradiction with 2 Thessalonians 3:10
This verse declares that if anyone will not work, neither should he eat, which contrasts with the idea of desires leading to demise without work as stated in Proverbs 21:25.
2 Thessalonians 3:10: For even when we were with you, this we commanded you, that if any would not work, neither should he eat.
Paradox #1
The possible contradiction in this verse could be that it emphasizes the idea that laziness leads to downfall, which might conflict with the belief that all people deserve help and compassion regardless of their work ethic or situation. Some may argue that this perspective can lead to a lack of empathy for those who are struggling due to factors beyond their control.