Contradictions and Paradoxes in Proverbs 6:7

Check out Contradictions Catalog of Proverbs 6:7 for the comprehensive list of verses that contradicts Proverbs 6:7. Some key contradictions and paradoxes are described below.

According to Solomon, the author of Proverbs, even little ants can work hard and plan for the future without anyone telling them what to do. This teaches us that we should also try to be responsible and do our best, even when no one is watching.

Proverbs 6:7: Which having no guide, overseer, or ruler,

Contradiction with Hebrews 13:17

This verse instructs believers to obey those who rule over them, implying the necessity of having overseers, which contradicts the notion of self-guided work in Proverbs 6:7.

Hebrews 13:17: Obey them that have the rule over you, and submit yourselves: for they watch for your souls, as they that must give account, that they may do it with joy, and not with grief: for that [is] unprofitable for you. [have...: or, guide]

Contradiction with Romans 13:1

This verse emphasizes being subject to governing authorities, suggesting the necessity of rulers, contrary to the idea of functioning without a leader in Proverbs 6:7.

Romans 13:1: Let every soul be subject unto the higher powers. For there is no power but of God: the powers that be are ordained of God. [ordained: or, ordered]

Contradiction with 1 Peter 2:13-14

This passage advocates for submission to every human authority, which contrasts with the independence highlighted in Proverbs 6:7.

1 Peter 2:13-14: Submit yourselves to every ordinance of man for the Lord's sake: whether it be to the king, as supreme;
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