Contradiction with Proverbs 13:4
The verse highlights the diligent soul being made rich, contrasting with Proverbs 26:15's depiction of laziness leading to poverty.
Proverbs 13:4: The soul of the sluggard desireth, and [hath] nothing: but the soul of the diligent shall be made fat.
Contradiction with Proverbs 10:4
This verse states that a slack hand leads to poverty, which contradicts the idea implied in Proverbs 26:15 of a lazy person not facing immediate consequences.
Proverbs 10:4: He becometh poor that dealeth [with] a slack hand: but the hand of the diligent maketh rich.
Contradiction with Ecclesiastes 9:10
The encouragement to do work with all might contradicts the laziness of the sluggard described in Proverbs 26:15.
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 2 Thessalonians 3:10
This asserts that if anyone will not work, neither should he eat, contradicting the sluggard's behavior in Proverbs 26:15.
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.
Contradiction with Proverbs 12:24
This contrasts the diligent bearing rule with the lazy, suggesting opposite outcomes than the laziness in Proverbs 26:15.
Proverbs 12:24: The hand of the diligent shall bear rule: but the slothful shall be under tribute. [slothful: or, deceitful]
Paradox #1
The contradiction in this verse could be seen in how it highlights laziness negatively, while some other parts of the Bible emphasize rest and trusting in God's provision rather than excessive work. These messages might feel inconsistent regarding how much effort versus rest is ideal or virtuous.