Contradictions and Paradoxes in Proverbs 3:25

Check out Contradictions Catalog of Proverbs 3:25 for the comprehensive list of verses that contradicts Proverbs 3:25. Some key contradictions and paradoxes are described below.

According to Solomon, God doesn't want us to be scared when bad things suddenly happen or when bad people cause trouble, because He is always with us to help and protect us. We can feel safe and brave knowing that God is taking care of everything.

Proverbs 3:25: Be not afraid of sudden fear, neither of the desolation of the wicked, when it cometh.

Contradiction with Matthew 10:28

This verse advises to fear Him who can destroy both soul and body in hell, suggesting a fear that contrasts with the lack of fear in Proverbs 3:25.

Matthew 10:28: And fear not them which kill the body, but are not able to kill the soul: but rather fear him which is able to destroy both soul and body in hell.

Contradiction with Luke 12:5

This verse instructs to fear the one who has power after death, which contradicts the notion of not being afraid found in Proverbs 3:25.

Luke 12:5: But I will forewarn you whom ye shall fear: Fear him, which after he hath killed hath power to cast into hell; yea, I say unto you, Fear him.

Contradiction with Philippians 2:12

This verse encourages working out salvation with fear and trembling, which is in contrast to the lack of fear suggested in Proverbs 3:25.

Philippians 2:12: Wherefore, my beloved, as ye have always obeyed, not as in my presence only, but now much more in my absence, work out your own salvation with fear and trembling.

Contradiction with Hebrews 10:31

This verse highlights the fearful aspect of falling into the hands of the living God, which contradicts the message of not being afraid in Proverbs 3:25.

Hebrews 10:31: [It is] a fearful thing to fall into the hands of the living God.

Contradiction with Revelation 14:7

This verse calls for fearing God and giving Him glory, contrasting with the notion of not fearing sudden fear or trouble in Proverbs 3:25.

Revelation 14:7: Saying with a loud voice, Fear God, and give glory to him; for the hour of his judgment is come: and worship him that made heaven, and earth, and the sea, and the fountains of waters.
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