Contradictions and Paradoxes in Proverbs 8:11

Check out Contradictions Catalog of Proverbs 8:11 for the comprehensive list of verses that contradicts Proverbs 8:11. Some key contradictions and paradoxes are described below.

According to Solomon, wisdom is more valuable than rubies or any treasures you might want because it helps us make good choices and live a happy life. It's something precious that can't be matched by any shiny or expensive things.

Proverbs 8:11: For wisdom [is] better than rubies; and all the things that may be desired are not to be compared to it.

Contradiction with 1 Kings 3:13

This verse contradicts Proverbs 8:11 by suggesting that wealth and riches can be granted as a reward from God, alongside wisdom, implying their value can be considerable as well.

1 Kings 3:13: And I have also given thee that which thou hast not asked, both riches, and honour: so that there shall not be any among the kings like unto thee all thy days. [shall...: or, hath not been]

Contradiction with Ecclesiastes 7:12

This verse contradicts Proverbs 8:11 by suggesting that money serves as a form of defense, equating it as an asset comparable to wisdom in providing protection under certain circumstances.

Ecclesiastes 7:12: For wisdom [is] a defence, [and] money [is] a defence: but the excellency of knowledge [is, that] wisdom giveth life to them that have it. [defence: Heb. shadow]

Contradiction with Proverbs 10:22

This verse contradicts Proverbs 8:11 by emphasizing that wealth given by the Lord does not bring sorrow, implying that divine wealth can have a lasting, positive impact similar to wisdom.

Proverbs 10:22: The blessing of the LORD, it maketh rich, and he addeth no sorrow with it.

Contradiction with Job 42:10

This verse contradicts Proverbs 8:11 by depicting a scenario where God restores Job’s fortunes, emphasizing the significance and blessing of material wealth as a divine reward.

Job 42:10: And the LORD turned the captivity of Job, when he prayed for his friends: also the LORD gave Job twice as much as he had before. [gave...: Heb. added all that had been to Job unto the double]
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