Contradiction with Proverbs 25:16
While Proverbs 25:27 warns against excess, Proverbs 25:16 advises moderation but suggests that some honey consumption is acceptable.
Proverbs 25:16: Hast thou found honey? eat so much as is sufficient for thee, lest thou be filled therewith, and vomit it.
Contradiction with Psalm 34:8
Encourages experiencing goodness, contrasting with the idea that seeking one's own glory, like overindulgence, is not honorable.
Psalm 34:8: O taste and see that the LORD [is] good: blessed [is] the man [that] trusteth in him.
Contradiction with Ecclesiastes 3:13
Suggests that enjoying the fruits of labor is a gift from God, whereas Proverbs 25:27 advises against seeking excessive enjoyment.
Ecclesiastes 3:13: And also that every man should eat and drink, and enjoy the good of all his labour, it [is] the gift of God.
Contradiction with 1 Timothy 6:17
Instructs the rich to enjoy what God provides, which could be seen as contradictory to warnings about excess.
1 Timothy 6:17: Charge them that are rich in this world, that they be not highminded, nor trust in uncertain riches, but in the living God, who giveth us richly all things to enjoy; [uncertain...: Gr. uncertainty of riches]
Contradiction with 1 Corinthians 10:31
Encourages doing everything for God's glory, which could involve seeking excellence, contrasting with warning against seeking one's own glory.
1 Corinthians 10:31: Whether therefore ye eat, or drink, or whatsoever ye do, do all to the glory of God.
Paradox #1
Proverbs 25:27 suggests that overindulgence or seeking glory is not wise, which may conflict with other parts of the Bible that celebrate God's glory or encourage people to seek God's blessings. This can create an inconsistency about when seeking glory or good things is appropriate.