Contradictions and Paradoxes in Ruth 1:5

Check out Contradictions Catalog of Ruth 1:5 for the comprehensive list of verses that contradicts Ruth 1:5. Some key contradictions and paradoxes are described below.

According to the author of the book of Ruth, this means that Naomi, the woman in the story, was very sad because her two sons and her husband all died, and she was all alone. This was a very hard time for her, but it is the beginning of her story of hope and friendship.

Ruth 1:5: And Mahlon and Chilion died also both of them; and the woman was left of her two sons and her husband.

Contradiction with Genesis 12:2

Considered a foreseen list of blessings against Ruth's family loss.

Genesis 12:2: And I will make of thee a great nation, and I will bless thee, and make thy name great; and thou shalt be a blessing:

Contradiction with Jeremiah 29:11

God's plans for prosperity seem contradicted by Ruth 1:5's tragedy.

Jeremiah 29:11: For I know the thoughts that I think toward you, saith the LORD, thoughts of peace, and not of evil, to give you an expected end. [expected...: Heb. end and expectation]

Contradiction with Psalm 23:6

The assurance of goodness and mercy seems absent in Ruth 1:5.

Psalm 23:6: Surely goodness and mercy shall follow me all the days of my life: and I will dwell in the house of the LORD for ever. [for ever: Heb. to length of days]

Contradiction with Romans 8:28

The promise of good for all who love God contrasts with Ruth 1:5's loss.

Romans 8:28: And we know that all things work together for good to them that love God, to them who are the called according to [his] purpose.

Contradiction with Deuteronomy 31:8

Assurances of God's presence seem missing amidst Ruth 1:5's sorrow.

Deuteronomy 31:8: And the LORD, he [it is] that doth go before thee; he will be with thee, he will not fail thee, neither forsake thee: fear not, neither be dismayed.
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