Contradictions and Paradoxes in Ruth 3:1

Check out Contradictions Catalog of Ruth 3:1 for the comprehensive list of verses that contradicts Ruth 3:1. Some key contradictions and paradoxes are described below.

According to the author of the Book of Ruth, Naomi wanted to help Ruth find a safe and happy home. She cared for Ruth like her own daughter and wanted her to have a good life.

Ruth 3:1: Then Naomi her mother in law said unto her, My daughter, shall I not seek rest for thee, that it may be well with thee?

Contradiction with Proverbs 3:5

Contradicts the idea of Naomi instructing Ruth to seek security through Boaz's favor because it advises to trust in the Lord rather than one's own understanding.

Proverbs 3:5: Trust in the LORD with all thine heart; and lean not unto thine own understanding.

Contradiction with Jeremiah 17:5

Emphasizes not relying on human beings for strength, seemingly contradictory to Naomi guiding Ruth to depend on Boaz for her wellbeing.

Jeremiah 17:5: Thus saith the LORD; Cursed [be] the man that trusteth in man, and maketh flesh his arm, and whose heart departeth from the LORD.

Contradiction with Matthew 6:25-33

Encourages seeking the kingdom of God rather than worrying about worldly security, conflicting with Naomi's concern for Ruth's future security.

Matthew 6:25-33: Therefore I say unto you, Take no thought for your life, what ye shall eat, or what ye shall drink; nor yet for your body, what ye shall put on. Is not the life more than meat, and the body than raiment?
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