Contradictions and Paradoxes in Proverbs 27:12

Check out Contradictions Catalog of Proverbs 27:12 for the comprehensive list of verses that contradicts Proverbs 27:12. Some key contradictions and paradoxes are described below.

According to King Solomon, a wise person sees danger coming and stays away from it, but a foolish person keeps going and gets into trouble.

Proverbs 27:12: A prudent [man] foreseeth the evil, [and] hideth himself; [but] the simple pass on, [and] are punished.

Contradiction with Matthew 6:34

This verse advises not to worry about tomorrow, which could be seen as contradictory to the prudent action of foreseeing trouble and hiding, as advised in Proverbs 27:12.

Matthew 6:34: Take therefore no thought for the morrow: for the morrow shall take thought for the things of itself. Sufficient unto the day [is] the evil thereof.

Contradiction with Luke 6:29

This verse suggests offering the other cheek to someone who strikes you, which could contradict the idea of avoiding trouble seen in Proverbs 27:12.

Luke 6:29: And unto him that smiteth thee on the [one] cheek offer also the other; and him that taketh away thy cloke forbid not [to take thy] coat also.

Contradiction with Matthew 5:39

Advises against resisting evil, instead suggesting passive response, which contrasts with taking precautionary actions as Proverbs 27:12 suggests.

Matthew 5:39: But I say unto you, That ye resist not evil: but whosoever shall smite thee on thy right cheek, turn to him the other also.

Contradiction with James 1:2-4

Encourages viewing trials joyfully as a means for developing perseverance, which could contradict the act of hiding from problems as implied in Proverbs 27:12.

James 1:2-4: My brethren, count it all joy when ye fall into divers temptations; [temptations: or, trials]

Paradox #1

Proverbs 27:12 advises being cautious and avoiding trouble. A perceived contradiction might arise if this advice is seen as advocating avoidance rather than addressing issues head-on or helping others in danger, potentially conflicting with values of bravery or altruism.

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