Contradiction with Proverbs 16:25
This verse suggests that a way that seems right to a man can lead to destruction, contradicting the advice given by Ahithophel to Absalom, implying his counsel is not inherently trustworthy.
Proverbs 16:25: There is a way that seemeth right unto a man, but the end thereof [are] the ways of death.
Contradiction with Isaiah 55:8-9
This verse emphasizes that God's ways and thoughts are higher than human ways, contradicting Absalom's reliance on human counsel in 2 Samuel 16:20.
Isaiah 55:8-9: For my thoughts [are] not your thoughts, neither [are] your ways my ways, saith the LORD.
Contradiction with Jeremiah 17:5
This verse states that trusting in man and making flesh one's arm leads to a curse, contradicting the trust Absalom places in Ahithophel's advice.
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 Proverbs 21:30
This verse declares that there is no wisdom, understanding, or counsel that can stand against the Lord, implying that Ahithophel's counsel is inherently fallible.
Proverbs 21:30: [There is] no wisdom nor understanding nor counsel against the LORD.
Contradiction with Psalm 118:8
This verse advises that it is better to trust in the Lord than to put confidence in man; thus contradicting Absalom's decision to seek counsel from Ahithophel.
Psalm 118:8: [It is] better to trust in the LORD than to put confidence in man.