Contradictions and Paradoxes in Proverbs 3:14

Check out Contradictions Catalog of Proverbs 3:14 for the comprehensive list of verses that contradicts Proverbs 3:14. Some key contradictions and paradoxes are described below.

According to Solomon, wisdom is better than having lots of silver or gold because it helps you live a good and happy life. It's like having a special treasure inside your heart.

Proverbs 3:14: For the merchandise of it [is] better than the merchandise of silver, and the gain thereof than fine gold.

Contradiction with Ecclesiastes 1:14

This verse suggests that all pursuits, including those of wisdom, are ultimately meaningless, contrasting with the value proposition of wisdom in Proverbs 3:14.

Ecclesiastes 1:14: I have seen all the works that are done under the sun; and, behold, all [is] vanity and vexation of spirit.

Contradiction with Ecclesiastes 12:12

Warns about the endless, wearisome nature of learning and wisdom, contradicting the profitable nature described in Proverbs 3:14.

Ecclesiastes 12:12: And further, by these, my son, be admonished: of making many books [there is] no end; and much study [is] a weariness of the flesh. [study: or, reading]

Contradiction with 1 Corinthians 1:19-20

States that God will destroy the wisdom of the wise, implying a potential worthlessness or futility to wisdom that contrasts with Proverbs 3:14.

1 Corinthians 1:19-20: For it is written, I will destroy the wisdom of the wise, and will bring to nothing the understanding of the prudent.

Contradiction with James 3:15

Describes a kind of wisdom that is not from above but is earthly, sensual, and devilish, suggesting wisdom can be negative or harmful, contradicting Proverbs 3:14's valuation of wisdom.

James 3:15: This wisdom descendeth not from above, but [is] earthly, sensual, devilish. [sensual: or, natural]
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