Contradiction with Matthew 14:19
This verse shows Jesus giving thanks and feeding people, contrasting with the caution in Proverbs 23:6 about being wary of a grudging host.
Matthew 14:19: And he commanded the multitude to sit down on the grass, and took the five loaves, and the two fishes, and looking up to heaven, he blessed, and brake, and gave the loaves to [his] disciples, and the disciples to the multitude.
Contradiction with Isaiah 55:1
This verse invites everyone to come and eat freely, contradicting the reluctance suggested in Proverbs 23:6.
Isaiah 55:1: Ho, every one that thirsteth, come ye to the waters, and he that hath no money; come ye, buy, and eat; yea, come, buy wine and milk without money and without price.
Contradiction with Hebrews 13:2
Emphasizes the importance of hospitality without suspicion, opposing the caution advised in Proverbs 23:6.
Hebrews 13:2: Be not forgetful to entertain strangers: for thereby some have entertained angels unawares.
Contradiction with Acts 2:46
Describes early Christians sharing meals with gladness, contradicting Proverbs 23:6's warning about accepting food begrudgingly offered.
Acts 2:46: And they, continuing daily with one accord in the temple, and breaking bread from house to house, did eat their meat with gladness and singleness of heart, [from...: or, at home]
Contradiction with Romans 12:13
Urges Christians to practice hospitality, which contrasts with the skepticism advised in Proverbs 23:6.
Romans 12:13: Distributing to the necessity of saints; given to hospitality.
Paradox #1
This Bible verse warns against eating the food of someone who is stingy or who harbors ill will, as their heart is not truly generous. The contradiction could arise from the idea that accepting such hospitality still permits deceitful or insincere behavior to occur. It challenges the notion of genuine kindness and the expectation of true generosity in hospitality, creating a tension between social courtesy and moral sincerity.