Contradiction with Ecclesiastes 7:20
This verse states that there is not a just man upon the earth, which contradicts Proverbs 11:5's idea that the righteousness of the perfect shall direct his way, suggesting there may be perfect men.
Ecclesiastes 7:20: For [there is] not a just man upon earth, that doeth good, and sinneth not.
Contradiction with Romans 3:10
This verse claims there is none righteous, no, not one, which contradicts the notion in Proverbs 11:5 that suggests some people are indeed righteous and perfect.
Romans 3:10: As it is written, There is none righteous, no, not one:
Contradiction with Isaiah 64:6
This verse states all our righteousnesses are as filthy rags, contradicting Proverbs 11:5's implication that the righteousness of some people is effectively guiding their path.
Isaiah 64:6: But we are all as an unclean [thing], and all our righteousnesses [are] as filthy rags; and we all do fade as a leaf; and our iniquities, like the wind, have taken us away.
Contradiction with Job 14:1
This verse describes man as born of a woman as being of few days and full of trouble, suggesting fundamental human imperfection, contrary to Proverbs 11:5’s notion of the perfect man.
Job 14:1: Man [that is] born of a woman [is] of few days, and full of trouble. [few...: Heb. short of days]
Contradiction with 1 John 1:8
This verse claims if we say we have no sin, we deceive ourselves, which contradicts Proverbs 11:5's implication that there are perfect people whose righteousness directs their way.
1 John 1:8: If we say that we have no sin, we deceive ourselves, and the truth is not in us.
Paradox #1
This verse indicates that righteousness leads to a straight path, while wickedness leads to downfall. The potential contradiction is that, in reality, good people sometimes face hardship and bad people sometimes succeed, which might seem inconsistent with the idea that moral integrity always ensures a smooth path.