Contradiction with Proverbs 31:25
This verse speaks of strength and dignity being a woman's clothing, contrasting with Tamar's act of putting ashes on her head and tearing her garment in 2 Samuel 13:19, which depicts distress and mourning.
Proverbs 31:25: Strength and honour [are] her clothing; and she shall rejoice in time to come.
Contradiction with Isaiah 61:3
This verse talks about giving beauty for ashes, implying restoration and joy, which contradicts Tamar's act of putting ashes on her head as a sign of her mourning and shame.
Isaiah 61:3: To appoint unto them that mourn in Zion, to give unto them beauty for ashes, the oil of joy for mourning, the garment of praise for the spirit of heaviness; that they might be called trees of righteousness, the planting of the LORD, that he might be glorified.
Contradiction with Philippians 4:4
The verse encourages constant rejoicing in the Lord, which contradicts Tamar's expression of grief and despair.
Philippians 4:4: Rejoice in the Lord alway: [and] again I say, Rejoice.
Contradiction with Jeremiah 31:13
This verse speaks of mourning turning into joy and comfort, contradicting the enduring sadness Tamar experiences.
Jeremiah 31:13: Then shall the virgin rejoice in the dance, both young men and old together: for I will turn their mourning into joy, and will comfort them, and make them rejoice from their sorrow.
Contradiction with Psalm 30:11
This verse mentions turning mourning into dancing and joy, while Tamar remains in a state of mourning and distress.
Psalm 30:11: Thou hast turned for me my mourning into dancing: thou hast put off my sackcloth, and girded me with gladness;