Contradiction with Proverbs 18:13
This verse says that answering a matter before hearing it is folly and shame, contradicting Proverbs 18:17 which suggests a premature judgment can appear right until the opposition speaks.
Proverbs 18:13: He that answereth a matter before he heareth [it], it [is] folly and shame unto him. [answereth...: Heb. returneth a word]
Contradiction with John 7:51
Nicodemus questions judging a person without first hearing them, which conflicts with the idea that one's case can seem right initially in Proverbs 18:17.
John 7:51: Doth our law judge [any] man, before it hear him, and know what he doeth?
Contradiction with Proverbs 18:15
This verse highlights the value of seeking knowledge before speaking, contradicting the notion in Proverbs 18:17 that a statement may seem justified until someone else speaks.
Proverbs 18:15: The heart of the prudent getteth knowledge; and the ear of the wise seeketh knowledge.
Contradiction with Proverbs 29:20
Warns about being hasty in words, which opposes the implication in Proverbs 18:17 that the first to speak seems just without hearing others.
Proverbs 29:20: Seest thou a man [that is] hasty in his words? [there is] more hope of a fool than of him. [words: or, matters?]
Contradiction with James 1:19
Advises to be slow to speak and quick to listen, contradicting the suggestion in Proverbs 18:17 that initial appearances can be deceiving until further speeches are heard.
James 1:19: Wherefore, my beloved brethren, let every man be swift to hear, slow to speak, slow to wrath:
Paradox #1
Proverbs 18:17 suggests that the first person to present their case seems right until another comes and examines them. The contradiction could arise in situations where this advice is ignored, leading to unjust conclusions without thorough examination. The inconsistency might be in how people often react by believing initial claims without considering alternative perspectives or evidence, potentially causing unfair treatment. This highlights the conflict between initial judgments and the need for critical examination.