Contradictions and Paradoxes in Proverbs 28:4

Check out Contradictions Catalog of Proverbs 28:4 for the comprehensive list of verses that contradicts Proverbs 28:4. Some key contradictions and paradoxes are described below.

According to the author of Proverbs, if people ignore God's rules, they end up supporting bad behavior. But if they follow God's rules, they stand up against what's wrong.

Proverbs 28:4: They that forsake the law praise the wicked: but such as keep the law contend with them.

Contradiction with Matthew 5:44

Contradicts by teaching love and prayer for enemies instead of contending with them.

Matthew 5:44: But I say unto you, Love your enemies, bless them that curse you, do good to them that hate you, and pray for them which despitefully use you, and persecute you;

Contradiction with Matthew 6:14-15

Contradicts by emphasizing forgiveness of others as essential for God's forgiveness.

Matthew 6:14-15: For if ye forgive men their trespasses, your heavenly Father will also forgive you:

Contradiction with Luke 6:37

Contradicts by advising against judgment, which opposes contending with the wicked.

Luke 6:37: Judge not, and ye shall not be judged: condemn not, and ye shall not be condemned: forgive, and ye shall be forgiven:

Contradiction with Romans 12:19

Contradicts by instructing to leave vengeance to God, opposing human contention with evil.

Romans 12:19: Dearly beloved, avenge not yourselves, but [rather] give place unto wrath: for it is written, Vengeance [is] mine; I will repay, saith the Lord.

Paradox #1

The potential contradiction in this verse might arise from the idea that it encourages taking a stand against those who ignore or reject certain moral teachings. This could be seen as conflicting with other teachings that emphasize forgiveness and understanding, as it might seem to promote division rather than reconciliation or compassion.

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