Contradiction with Matthew 7:12
This verse encourages treating others with kindness and fairness, which contrasts with Proverbs 16:28's depiction of spreading strife and discord.
Matthew 7:12: Therefore all things whatsoever ye would that men should do to you, do ye even so to them: for this is the law and the prophets.
Contradiction with Ephesians 4:29
This verse calls for corrupt communication to be avoided and for speech to be used for edification, conflicting with the idea of spreading discord in Proverbs 16:28.
Ephesians 4:29: Let no corrupt communication proceed out of your mouth, but that which is good to the use of edifying, that it may minister grace unto the hearers. [to...: or, to edify profitably]
Contradiction with Galatians 6:1
Advises gently restoring those caught in sin, contrasting the division and betrayal suggested in Proverbs 16:28.
Galatians 6:1: Brethren, if a man be overtaken in a fault, ye which are spiritual, restore such an one in the spirit of meekness; considering thyself, lest thou also be tempted. [if: or, although]
Contradiction with 1 Peter 3:11
Encourages seeking peace and pursuing it, which is opposite to sowing strife as mentioned in Proverbs 16:28.
1 Peter 3:11: Let him eschew evil, and do good; let him seek peace, and ensue it.
Contradiction with Romans 12:18
Calls for living peaceably with all men, differing from the act of stirring up trouble as described in Proverbs 16:28.
Romans 12:18: If it be possible, as much as lieth in you, live peaceably with all men.
Contradiction with Colossians 3:13
Encourages forgiveness and holding peace, contrary to the betrayal and spreading of disputes seen in Proverbs 16:28.
Colossians 3:13: Forbearing one another, and forgiving one another, if any man have a quarrel against any: even as Christ forgave you, so also [do] ye. [quarrel: or, complaint]
Contradiction with James 3:17-18
Describes wisdom from above as peace-loving and considerate, opposing the divisive nature in Proverbs 16:28.
James 3:17-18: But the wisdom that is from above is first pure, then peaceable, gentle, [and] easy to be intreated, full of mercy and good fruits, without partiality, and without hypocrisy. [partiality: or, wrangling]
Contradiction with 1 Corinthians 14:33
States that God is not the author of confusion but of peace, countering the discord noted in Proverbs 16:28.
1 Corinthians 14:33: For God is not [the author] of confusion, but of peace, as in all churches of the saints. [confusion: Gr. tumult, or, unquietness]
Contradiction with John 13:34
A new commandment to love one another, as love fosters unity rather than separation suggested in Proverbs 16:28.
John 13:34: A new commandment I give unto you, That ye love one another; as I have loved you, that ye also love one another.
Paradox #1
This verse talks about the negative effects of gossiping and spreading discord among friends. The moral conflict might arise when someone preaches the importance of kindness and unity but engages in gossip or divisive behavior themselves. This inconsistency shows a gap between one's beliefs and actions.