Contradictions and Paradoxes in Proverbs 6:6

Check out Contradictions Catalog of Proverbs 6:6 for the comprehensive list of verses that contradicts Proverbs 6:6. Some key contradictions and paradoxes are described below.

According to Solomon, the author of the book, this verse tells us to watch how hard ants work and learn from them. It means that we should not be lazy but instead work hard like the ants do.

Proverbs 6:6: Go to the ant, thou sluggard; consider her ways, and be wise:

Contradiction with Matthew 6:26

While Proverbs 6:6 praises the diligence of the ant, Matthew 6:26 highlights that birds do not sow or reap yet are still provided for, suggesting reliance on God rather than personal industry.

Matthew 6:26: Behold the fowls of the air: for they sow not, neither do they reap, nor gather into barns; yet your heavenly Father feedeth them. Are ye not much better than they?

Contradiction with Ecclesiastes 3:13

Proverbs 6:6 emphasizes hard work like the ant, but Ecclesiastes 3:13 states enjoying the fruits of labor is a gift from God, introducing reliance on divine provision rather than solely on industriousness.

Ecclesiastes 3:13: And also that every man should eat and drink, and enjoy the good of all his labour, it [is] the gift of God.

Contradiction with Luke 10:41-42

Proverbs 6:6 implies value in constant work, whereas in Luke 10:41-42, Jesus tells Martha that her sister Mary has chosen the better part by prioritizing spiritual attention over being busy with tasks.

Luke 10:41-42: And Jesus answered and said unto her, Martha, Martha, thou art careful and troubled about many things:
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