Contradiction with Psalm 10:11
The verse implies God does not see or consider human actions, contradicting Proverbs 15:3 which states God observes everything.
Psalm 10:11: He hath said in his heart, God hath forgotten: he hideth his face; he will never see [it].
Contradiction with Ecclesiastes 8:11
This verse suggests that because judgment against evil deeds is not executed quickly, people assume that God does not see or care, contradicting Proverbs 15:3's assertion of God's omnipresence.
Ecclesiastes 8:11: Because sentence against an evil work is not executed speedily, therefore the heart of the sons of men is fully set in them to do evil.
Contradiction with Ezekiel 9:9
The verse states that the Lord does not see and has forsaken the land, which contradicts Proverbs 15:3's claim of God's eyes being everywhere.
Ezekiel 9:9: Then said he unto me, The iniquity of the house of Israel and Judah [is] exceeding great, and the land is full of blood, and the city full of perverseness: for they say, The LORD hath forsaken the earth, and the LORD seeth not. [full of blood: Heb. filled with, etc] [perverseness: or, wresting of judgment]
Contradiction with Isaiah 29:15
This verse suggests people can hide their deeds from the Lord, contradicting Proverbs 15:3 that says God's eyes are in every place.
Isaiah 29:15: Woe unto them that seek deep to hide their counsel from the LORD, and their works are in the dark, and they say, Who seeth us? and who knoweth us?
Contradiction with Job 22:13-14
It suggests God is hidden and does not perceive human actions, contradicting Proverbs 15:3 which asserts that the eyes of the Lord are everywhere.
Job 22:13-14: And thou sayest, How doth God know? can he judge through the dark cloud? [How: or, What]
Paradox #1
The potential contradiction in Proverbs 15:3 could lie in the idea of divine surveillance versus human privacy. Some people might feel conflicted about the notion of being constantly watched by a higher power, wondering if it respects their personal space and freedom. This could challenge the perception of an all-seeing presence being purely benevolent, as it might feel intrusive to some individuals.