Contradiction with Ephesians 2:8-9
This verse emphasizes salvation through grace and faith, not through mercy and truth or fear of the Lord, as mentioned in Proverbs 16:6.
Ephesians 2:8-9: For by grace are ye saved through faith; and that not of yourselves: [it is] the gift of God:
Contradiction with Romans 3:28
Highlights justification by faith without the deeds of the law, contradicting the idea of atonement by mercy and truth.
Romans 3:28: Therefore we conclude that a man is justified by faith without the deeds of the law.
Contradiction with Titus 3:5
States that it is not by works of righteousness but by God's mercy through regeneration, contrasting with the cleansing by mercy and truth in Proverbs 16:6.
Titus 3:5: Not by works of righteousness which we have done, but according to his mercy he saved us, by the washing of regeneration, and renewing of the Holy Ghost;
Contradiction with Galatians 2:16
Stresses justification by faith in Jesus Christ, not by the law or works, conflicting with how iniquity is purged in Proverbs 16:6.
Galatians 2:16: Knowing that a man is not justified by the works of the law, but by the faith of Jesus Christ, even we have believed in Jesus Christ, that we might be justified by the faith of Christ, and not by the works of the law: for by the works of the law shall no flesh be justified.
Paradox #1
The potential contradiction in Proverbs 16:6 could be about relying on love and faithfulness to atone for wrongdoing while ignoring the need for justice or accountability. It might suggest that good intentions or feelings can excuse bad actions, which could conflict with the idea that actions have consequences and require redress. However, interpretations may vary.