Contradiction with Exodus 23:1
This verse warns against spreading false reports, implying that one should not testify without cause, which aligns with the prohibition in Proverbs 24:28 against witnessing without a reason, creating a contrast in interpretation about what is permissible testimony.
Exodus 23:1: Thou shalt not raise a false report: put not thine hand with the wicked to be an unrighteous witness. [raise: or, receive]
Contradiction with Proverbs 19:5
States that a false witness shall not be unpunished, emphasizing the consequences of false testimony and contrasting with the notion of testifying not necessarily being false in Proverbs 24:28, thus highlighting differences in motive.
Proverbs 19:5: A false witness shall not be unpunished, and [he that] speaketh lies shall not escape. [unpunished: Heb. held innocent]
Contradiction with Zechariah 8:16
Encourages speaking the truth to neighbors and executing judgment truly, which could contradict Proverbs 24:28 by implying there are times when testimony is indeed righteous if it serves truth and justice.
Zechariah 8:16: These [are] the things that ye shall do; Speak ye every man the truth to his neighbour; execute the judgment of truth and peace in your gates: [execute...: Heb. judge truth, and the judgment of peace]
Contradiction with Matthew 7:1
Instructs not to judge others, which could contradict by suggesting drawing any witness against a neighbor could lead to judgment.
Matthew 7:1: Judge not, that ye be not judged.
Contradiction with James 4:11
Warns against speaking evil of one another, suggesting even truthful testimony can be unwarranted if it harms another, potentially contrasting with the condition of 'without cause' in Proverbs 24:28.
James 4:11: Speak not evil one of another, brethren. He that speaketh evil of [his] brother, and judgeth his brother, speaketh evil of the law, and judgeth the law: but if thou judge the law, thou art not a doer of the law, but a judge.