Contradiction with Genesis 27:35
This verse highlights deceitful practices, where Jacob used deceit to obtain the blessing meant for Esau, contradicting the principle of fair dealings in Proverbs 11:1.
Genesis 27:35: And he said, Thy brother came with subtilty, and hath taken away thy blessing.
Contradiction with 1 Samuel 21:2
David lies to Ahimelech the priest about his mission, contradicting the call for honesty and integrity.
1 Samuel 21:2: And David said unto Ahimelech the priest, The king hath commanded me a business, and hath said unto me, Let no man know any thing of the business whereabout I send thee, and what I have commanded thee: and I have appointed [my] servants to such and such a place.
Contradiction with Luke 16:8
The lord commends the unjust steward's shrewdness, suggesting approval of deceptive strategies, contrary to the condemnation of false measures.
Luke 16:8: And the lord commended the unjust steward, because he had done wisely: for the children of this world are in their generation wiser than the children of light.
Contradiction with 2 Samuel 17:19-20
A woman hides messengers and lies about their whereabouts to Absalom’s servants, employing deceitful tactics as opposed to the fairness advocated in Proverbs 11:1.
2 Samuel 17:19-20: And the woman took and spread a covering over the well's mouth, and spread ground corn thereon; and the thing was not known.
Contradiction with Acts 5:4
Peter questions Ananias about lying to God, but this verse can be seen to involve a false appearance, contrasting with the demand for honesty.
Acts 5:4: Whiles it remained, was it not thine own? and after it was sold, was it not in thine own power? why hast thou conceived this thing in thine heart? thou hast not lied unto men, but unto God.
Contradiction with 2 Kings 10:19
Jehu uses deceit to gather Baal worshipers for slaughter, illustrating deviousness rather than truth and fairness.
2 Kings 10:19: Now therefore call unto me all the prophets of Baal, all his servants, and all his priests; let none be wanting: for I have a great sacrifice [to do] to Baal; whosoever shall be wanting, he shall not live. But Jehu did [it] in subtilty, to the intent that he might destroy the worshippers of Baal.
Contradiction with Genesis 12:13
Abram asks Sarai to lie about their relationship, which involves deceit, opposing the integrity lauded in the proverb.
Genesis 12:13: Say, I pray thee, thou [art] my sister: that it may be well with me for thy sake; and my soul shall live because of thee.