Contradiction with Romans 12:18
This verse, which encourages living peaceably with all men, contradicts with Proverbs 16:29, which suggests a man acting deceitfully to cause harm to his neighbor, indicating discord rather than peace.
Romans 12:18: If it be possible, as much as lieth in you, live peaceably with all men.
Contradiction with Matthew 5:9
This verse, which blesses the peacemakers, is contradicted by Proverbs 16:29's depiction of a man who sows discord, as it implies actions contrary to peacemaking.
Matthew 5:9: Blessed [are] the peacemakers: for they shall be called the children of God.
Contradiction with James 3:17-18
These verses promote peace and righteousness, in direct contrast to Proverbs 16:29 where a man acts deceitfully to lead his neighbor astray, promoting strife rather than peace.
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 Galatians 5:22-23
The fruits of the Spirit include peace and gentleness, which contradict the actions described in Proverbs 16:29, where deceit and mischief against a neighbor are highlighted.
Galatians 5:22-23: But the fruit of the Spirit is love, joy, peace, longsuffering, gentleness, goodness, faith,
Contradiction with 1 Thessalonians 5:13-15
Encouraging the pursuit of peace among each other and towards all men contradicts the intention in Proverbs 16:29, which suggests malicious behavior towards one's neighbor.
1 Thessalonians 5:13-15: And to esteem them very highly in love for their work's sake. [And] be at peace among yourselves.
Paradox #1
Proverbs 16:29 talks about a person who causes trouble by leading others down a harmful path. The contradiction could be that sometimes people might think they are helping others by guiding them in certain ways. But if their guidance ends up harming others, even if their intentions were good, it conflicts with the idea of truly helping and loving others. So, the contradiction lies in the intention versus the outcome of one's actions.