Contradiction with Proverbs 12:15
It shows that a way of thinking being justified in one's eyes contradicts the idea of loving instruction.
Proverbs 12:15: The way of a fool [is] right in his own eyes: but he that hearkeneth unto counsel [is] wise.
Contradiction with Proverbs 3:5
Encourages trust in the Lord rather than relying on one's own understanding, which can be seen as contradictory to the pursuit of personal wisdom through instruction.
Proverbs 3:5: Trust in the LORD with all thine heart; and lean not unto thine own understanding.
Contradiction with Ecclesiastes 1:18
Suggests that with much wisdom comes vexation, which contradicts the notion that seeking wisdom is wholly positive.
Ecclesiastes 1:18: For in much wisdom [is] much grief: and he that increaseth knowledge increaseth sorrow.
Contradiction with 1 Corinthians 1:19
Describes God as destroying the wisdom of the wise, implying a limit or contradiction to the value of human wisdom and instruction.
1 Corinthians 1:19: For it is written, I will destroy the wisdom of the wise, and will bring to nothing the understanding of the prudent.
Paradox #1
The moral inconsistency in Proverbs 12:1 could be seen in the tension between valuing correction and the discomfort or resistance people naturally feel when criticized. While the verse promotes learning and wisdom through accepting correction, many struggle with the negative emotions associated with being corrected, which can contradict the ideal of readily accepting and valuing instruction.