Contradiction with Psalm 37:1
This verse says, "Fret not thyself because of evildoers," which reinforces a similar message rather than contradicting.
Psalm 37:1: [[A Psalm] of David.] Fret not thyself because of evildoers, neither be thou envious against the workers of iniquity.
Contradiction with Proverbs 3:31
It advises not to envy the oppressor, agreeing with Proverbs 24:19 rather than contradicting it.
Proverbs 3:31: Envy thou not the oppressor, and choose none of his ways. [the oppressor: Heb. a man of violence]
Contradiction with Galatians 5:26
Advises against provoking and envying one another, which aligns with rather than contradicts Proverbs 24:19.
Galatians 5:26: Let us not be desirous of vain glory, provoking one another, envying one another.
Contradiction with Proverbs 24:1
Similar to 24:19, it advises not to envy evil men, aligning instead of contradicting.
Proverbs 24:1: Be not thou envious against evil men, neither desire to be with them.
Paradox #1
One potential contradiction in Proverbs 24:19 could be related to how it advises dealing with emotions like envy and anger towards wrongdoers. Some might see a conflict between this advice and human feelings of justice or fairness, as people often feel that wrongdoers should face consequences. The contradiction might arise if someone believes that feeling upset at injustice is justified and necessary for social accountability.