Contradiction with Ecclesiastes 3:4
This verse mentions a "time to weep, and a time to laugh; a time to mourn, and a time to dance," suggesting that there is an appropriate time for grief.
Ecclesiastes 3:4: A time to weep, and a time to laugh; a time to mourn, and a time to dance;
Contradiction with Matthew 5:4
"Blessed are they that mourn: for they shall be comforted," suggests that mourning is a state that can lead to blessing and comfort, contrasting with not grieving.
Matthew 5:4: Blessed [are] they that mourn: for they shall be comforted.
Contradiction with Romans 12:15
"Rejoice with them that do rejoice, and weep with them that weep," suggests sharing in others' grief, rather than refraining from mourning.
Romans 12:15: Rejoice with them that do rejoice, and weep with them that weep.
Contradiction with James 4:9
"Be afflicted, and mourn, and weep: let your laughter be turned to mourning, and your joy to heaviness," suggests that there are situations to embrace mourning.
James 4:9: Be afflicted, and mourn, and weep: let your laughter be turned to mourning, and [your] joy to heaviness.