Contradictions and Paradoxes in Proverbs 28:27

Check out Contradictions Catalog of Proverbs 28:27 for the comprehensive list of verses that contradicts Proverbs 28:27. Some key contradictions and paradoxes are described below.

According to Solomon, when you help people who are poor, you will always have what you need. But if you ignore them and pretend not to see, you might have trouble instead.

Proverbs 28:27: He that giveth unto the poor shall not lack: but he that hideth his eyes shall have many a curse.

Contradiction with Luke 6:30

This verse encourages giving to everyone who asks, whereas Proverbs 28:27 suggests that simply ignoring the poor leads to curses.

Luke 6:30: Give to every man that asketh of thee; and of him that taketh away thy goods ask [them] not again.

Contradiction with Proverbs 11:24

This verse describes how giving freely can lead to riches, contrasting with the implication in Proverbs 28:27 that those who do not give will not want.

Proverbs 11:24: There is that scattereth, and yet increaseth; and [there is] that withholdeth more than is meet, but [it tendeth] to poverty.

Contradiction with Matthew 6:3

This verse suggests that giving should be done in secrecy, which could contradict the idea in Proverbs 28:27 about the visible blessing associated with giving to the poor.

Matthew 6:3: But when thou doest alms, let not thy left hand know what thy right hand doeth:

Contradiction with Proverbs 19:17

This verse states that lending to the poor is equivalent to lending to the Lord, implying a guaranteed repayment, which may contrast with the warning of lacking in Proverbs 28:27 for not giving.

Proverbs 19:17: He that hath pity upon the poor lendeth unto the LORD; and that which he hath given will he pay him again. [that which...: or, his deed]

Paradox #1

The contradiction or conflict could arise if someone interprets this verse as suggesting that giving to the poor guarantees blessings or protection, while ignoring other teachings that emphasize personal responsibility and wisdom in how resources are managed. This could lead to a simplistic view that just giving money or resources is enough for moral living, without considering the broader context of thoughtful and wise stewardship.

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