Contradiction with Proverbs 22:2
Proverbs 22:2 emphasizes the equality of all people as God's creation, whereas Proverbs 17:5 negatively views how one treats the poor.
Proverbs 22:2: The rich and poor meet together: the LORD [is] the maker of them all.
Contradiction with James 2:5-6
These verses highlight God's special regard for the poor, contrasting with Proverbs 17:5's indication of mockery towards the poor.
James 2:5-6: Hearken, my beloved brethren, Hath not God chosen the poor of this world rich in faith, and heirs of the kingdom which he hath promised to them that love him? [of the: or, of that]
Contradiction with Luke 6:20
Luke refers to the blessed state of the poor in spirit, contradicting the reproach implied in Proverbs 17:5.
Luke 6:20: And he lifted up his eyes on his disciples, and said, Blessed [be ye] poor: for yours is the kingdom of God.
Paradox #1
Proverbs 17:5 warns against mocking the poor. A potential contradiction could arise if someone interprets other biblical passages as suggesting that poverty is a result of personal failure, which might implicitly justify negative attitudes toward the poor. This could conflict with the message of compassion in Proverbs 17:5.