Contradiction with Proverbs 11:14
This verse suggests that having multiple counselors leads to safety, whereas Proverbs 13:17 implies that a faithful messenger alone brings healing.
Proverbs 11:14: Where no counsel [is], the people fall: but in the multitude of counsellors [there is] safety.
Contradiction with Proverbs 19:20
This verse encourages listening to counsel and receiving instruction, which suggests a collective wisdom, potentially contradicting the singular role of the faithful messenger in Proverbs 13:17.
Proverbs 19:20: Hear counsel, and receive instruction, that thou mayest be wise in thy latter end.
Contradiction with Ecclesiastes 10:4
This verse advises calmness in the face of a ruler’s anger, contrasting with the notion that an unfaithful messenger falls into mischief as per Proverbs 13:17, suggesting grace over confrontation.
Ecclesiastes 10:4: If the spirit of the ruler rise up against thee, leave not thy place; for yielding pacifieth great offences.
Contradiction with James 3:2
This verse acknowledges that all stumble in many ways, which can contradict the idea of a completely faithful messenger in Proverbs 13:17.
James 3:2: For in many things we offend all. If any man offend not in word, the same [is] a perfect man, [and] able also to bridle the whole body.
Paradox #1
The potential contradiction or conflict could be if someone interprets the value of being reliable or trustworthy differently in various situations. The verse highlights the importance of delivering good news with reliability, but in real life, there might be scenarios where being completely honest or transparent could cause harm or conflict, leading to a dilemma between maintaining honesty and protecting someone’s feelings. This could be seen as inconsistent with the idea that truth is always the best policy.