Contradiction with Matthew 5:16
This verse emphasizes letting your good deeds be seen by others, which contrasts with the idea of renouncing hidden things and not walking in craftiness, as suggested in 2 Corinthians 4:2.
Matthew 5:16: Let your light so shine before men, that they may see your good works, and glorify your Father which is in heaven.
Contradiction with Proverbs 11:13
This verse states the role of a talebearer versus a faithful spirit, which can be seen in opposition to the rejection of deceitful practices mentioned in 2 Corinthians 4:2.
Proverbs 11:13: A talebearer revealeth secrets: but he that is of a faithful spirit concealeth the matter. [A talebearer: Heb. He that walketh, being a talebearer]
Contradiction with Proverbs 28:13
Discusses the importance of confessing and not hiding sins to find mercy, which seems to diverge from the abandonment of crafty, hidden actions in 2 Corinthians 4:2.
Proverbs 28:13: He that covereth his sins shall not prosper: but whoso confesseth and forsaketh [them] shall have mercy.
Contradiction with 1 Corinthians 15:33
This verse warns against being deceived by bad company, contrasting with the rejection of disgraceful and deceptive ways in 2 Corinthians 4:2.
1 Corinthians 15:33: Be not deceived: evil communications corrupt good manners.
Contradiction with James 1:22
Encourages being doers of the word and not hearers only, which could contrast with the renouncing of shameful ways and emphasis on openness in 2 Corinthians 4:2.
James 1:22: But be ye doers of the word, and not hearers only, deceiving your own selves.