Contradiction with Matthew 5:22
This verse suggests that expressing anger or calling someone a fool puts one in danger of judgment, whereas Proverbs 14:9 mentions fools lightly mocking at sin.
Matthew 5:22: But I say unto you, That whosoever is angry with his brother without a cause shall be in danger of the judgment: and whosoever shall say to his brother, Raca, shall be in danger of the council: but whosoever shall say, Thou fool, shall be in danger of hell fire. [Raca: that is, Vain fellow]
Contradiction with Proverbs 3:35
This states that the wise shall inherit glory, implying the wise understand sin's gravity, whereas Proverbs 14:9 mentions fools mocking at sin.
Proverbs 3:35: The wise shall inherit glory: but shame shall be the promotion of fools. [shall be...: Heb. exalteth the fools]
Contradiction with James 1:5
Encourages anyone lacking wisdom to ask God for it, implying that lack of wisdom (or being a fool) can be remedied, while Proverbs 14:9 discusses fools' attitudes toward sin without a focus on seeking wisdom.
James 1:5: If any of you lack wisdom, let him ask of God, that giveth to all [men] liberally, and upbraideth not; and it shall be given him.
Contradiction with Galatians 6:7
Warns that God is not mocked and that whatever a person sows, they will reap, which stands against Proverbs 14:9 where fools mock at sin.
Galatians 6:7: Be not deceived; God is not mocked: for whatsoever a man soweth, that shall he also reap.
Contradiction with Romans 6:23
States the wages of sin is death, underscoring the seriousness of sin, which contradicts Proverbs 14:9 that notes fools mock at sin.
Romans 6:23: For the wages of sin [is] death; but the gift of God [is] eternal life through Jesus Christ our Lord.
Contradiction with Isaiah 5:20
Speaks against calling evil good and good evil, emphasizing taking sin seriously, contrasting with the depiction of fools mocking at sin in Proverbs 14:9.
Isaiah 5:20: Woe unto them that call evil good, and good evil; that put darkness for light, and light for darkness; that put bitter for sweet, and sweet for bitter! [call...: Heb. say concerning evil, It is good, etc]
Contradiction with Psalm 1:1
Advises against walking in the counsel of the ungodly or sitting in the seat of the scornful, differing from Proverbs 14:9 where fools scorn sin.
Psalm 1:1: Blessed [is] the man that walketh not in the counsel of the ungodly, nor standeth in the way of sinners, nor sitteth in the seat of the scornful. [ungodly: or, wicked]
Paradox #1
The potential conflict with Proverbs 14:9 might arise from its message about attitudes toward guilt or wrongdoing. Different translations or interpretations might suggest varied attitudes about how fools view guilt or making amends, leading to inconsistencies with cultural or religious practices related to forgiveness and justice. However, these differences are often due to translation nuances rather than contradictions in core teachings.
Paradox #2
Proverbs 14:9 suggests that fools make fun of guilt, while the upright find favor. A potential contradiction might be that while it's important to take guilt seriously and seek forgiveness, the verse implies a clear division between fools and the upright. This could raise questions about whether people can be both foolish and yet still have redeeming qualities, or if their mistakes define them entirely.