Contradictions and Paradoxes in Proverbs 23:9

Check out Contradictions Catalog of Proverbs 23:9 for the comprehensive list of verses that contradicts Proverbs 23:9. Some key contradictions and paradoxes are described below.

According to the author of the book of Proverbs, we should not waste our time giving good advice to someone who won't listen and doesn't want to be wise. It's like trying to talk to someone who covers their ears and doesn't care about learning.

Proverbs 23:9: Speak not in the ears of a fool: for he will despise the wisdom of thy words.

Contradiction with Proverbs 15:7

The lips of the wise disperse knowledge: but the heart of the foolish doeth not so.

Proverbs 15:7: The lips of the wise disperse knowledge: but the heart of the foolish [doeth] not so.

Contradiction with Proverbs 26:4

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

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

Contradiction with Proverbs 26:5

Answer a fool according to his folly, lest he be wise in his own conceit.

Proverbs 26:5: Answer a fool according to his folly, lest he be wise in his own conceit. [conceit: Heb. eyes]

Contradiction with Matthew 5:22

But I say unto you, That whosoever is angry with his brother without a cause shall be in danger of the judgment.

Matthew 5:22: But I say unto you, That whosoever is angry with his brother without a cause shall be in danger of the judgment: and whosoever shall say to his brother, Raca, shall be in danger of the council: but whosoever shall say, Thou fool, shall be in danger of hell fire. [Raca: that is, Vain fellow]

Paradox #1

This verse advises not to waste words on a fool because they will not appreciate wisdom. The contradiction might arise when compared to other parts of the Bible that encourage sharing wisdom with everyone. Some might see this as conflicting with the idea of spreading wisdom universally.

Paradox #2

The contradiction or conflict in Proverbs 23:9 might be seen in the tension between speaking kindly and respectfully to all people and the advice to avoid speaking to someone considered a fool. This could be seen as conflicting with teachings about patience, love, or offering guidance to everyone, regardless of their perceived wisdom.

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