Contradiction with 1 Samuel 16:7
Proverbs 11:20 emphasizes the upright in heart being God's delight, whereas 1 Samuel 16:7 highlights that the Lord looks at the heart and not outward appearances, implying a focus beyond the uprightness detected by human judgment.
1 Samuel 16:7: But the LORD said unto Samuel, Look not on his countenance, or on the height of his stature; because I have refused him: for [the LORD seeth] not as man seeth; for man looketh on the outward appearance, but the LORD looketh on the heart. [outward...: Heb. eyes]
Contradiction with Ecclesiastes 7:20
Proverbs 11:20 endorses the upright, but Ecclesiastes 7:20 claims there is not a just man who does good and doesn't sin, suggesting an impossibility in upholding complete uprightness.
Ecclesiastes 7:20: For [there is] not a just man upon earth, that doeth good, and sinneth not.
Contradiction with Romans 3:23
Proverbs 11:20 values the upright, while Romans 3:23 states all have sinned and fall short of the glory of God, contradicting the notion that anyone can be entirely upright.
Romans 3:23: For all have sinned, and come short of the glory of God;
Contradiction with Luke 18:10-14
Proverbs 11:20 suggests God's dislike for perverse hearts, but in Luke 18:10-14, the tax collector, acknowledging his own sinfulness, is justified over the seemingly righteous Pharisee, emphasizing humility over perceived righteousness.
Luke 18:10-14: Two men went up into the temple to pray; the one a Pharisee, and the other a publican.
Contradiction with Romans 7:15-20
Proverbs 11:20 contrasts with Paul's acknowledgment of the ongoing struggle with sin despite desiring to do good, challenging the straightforward identification of uprightness.
Romans 7:15-20: For that which I do I allow not: for what I would, that do I not; but what I hate, that do I. [allow: Gr. know]