Contradiction with Isaiah 1:11
This verse questions the multitude of sacrifices to the Lord and criticizes outward religious rituals when done by those who do evil, echoing Proverbs 21:27 instead of contradicting it.
Isaiah 1:11: To what purpose [is] the multitude of your sacrifices unto me? saith the LORD: I am full of the burnt offerings of rams, and the fat of fed beasts; and I delight not in the blood of bullocks, or of lambs, or of he goats. [he goats: Heb. great he goats]
Contradiction with Matthew 6:6
Suggests praying in private, focusing on sincere worship rather than public displays like sacrifices which matches Proverbs 21:27 in its critique of false piety.
Matthew 6:6: But thou, when thou prayest, enter into thy closet, and when thou hast shut thy door, pray to thy Father which is in secret; and thy Father which seeth in secret shall reward thee openly.
Paradox #1
The contradiction or conflict in this verse could arise from the idea that a seemingly righteous act, like offering a sacrifice, can be considered wrong or offensive if done with wrong intentions or by a wicked person. This contrasts with the belief that a good deed is inherently good, regardless of who performs it. Such a perspective challenges the consistency of moral actions when intentions and character are considered.