Contradictions and Paradoxes in Proverbs 25:6

Check out Contradictions Catalog of Proverbs 25:6 for the comprehensive list of verses that contradicts Proverbs 25:6. Some key contradictions and paradoxes are described below.

According to the author of Proverbs, this means don't try to make yourself seem important in front of important people, like a king. It's better to be humble and wait your turn instead of trying to show off.

Proverbs 25:6: Put not forth thyself in the presence of the king, and stand not in the place of great [men]: [Put...: Heb. Set not out thy glory]

Contradiction with Matthew 23:12

This verse emphasizes that those who exalt themselves will be humbled, which contrasts with the caution in Proverbs 25:6 against self-promotion.

Matthew 23:12: And whosoever shall exalt himself shall be abased; and he that shall humble himself shall be exalted.

Contradiction with James 4:10

This verse advises humbling oneself to be lifted by God, suggesting a path contrary to seeking honor as warned in Proverbs 25:6.

James 4:10: Humble yourselves in the sight of the Lord, and he shall lift you up.

Contradiction with Luke 14:11

It states that whoever exalts themselves will be humbled, which underscores the warning in Proverbs 25:6 against putting oneself forward.

Luke 14:11: For whosoever exalteth himself shall be abased; and he that humbleth himself shall be exalted.

Contradiction with 1 Peter 5:6

It instructs to humble oneself for God’s exaltation, countering the self-exaltation implied in Proverbs 25:6's caution.

1 Peter 5:6: Humble yourselves therefore under the mighty hand of God, that he may exalt you in due time:

Contradiction with Matthew 18:4

This verse promotes humbling oneself for greatness in heaven, which contrasts with the worldly honor-seeking in Proverbs 25:6.

Matthew 18:4: Whosoever therefore shall humble himself as this little child, the same is greatest in the kingdom of heaven.
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