Contradiction with Proverbs 18:24
This verse highlights the importance of relationships and contrasts with Proverbs 26:17 by suggesting the value of engaging and forming strong connections with others.
Proverbs 18:24: A man [that hath] friends must shew himself friendly: and there is a friend [that] sticketh closer than a brother.
Contradiction with Galatians 6:2
Encourages bearing one another's burdens, which could involve getting involved in others' business, seemingly contradicting the advice to avoid meddling given in Proverbs 26:17.
Galatians 6:2: Bear ye one another's burdens, and so fulfil the law of Christ.
Contradiction with Philippians 2:4
Advises looking not only to one's own interests but also to the interests of others, which could contradict with the idea of non-involvement suggested by Proverbs 26:17.
Philippians 2:4: Look not every man on his own things, but every man also on the things of others.
Contradiction with Titus 3:1-2
Encourages readiness for every good work and speaking ill of no one, which might involve stepping into situations the verse in Proverbs suggests avoiding.
Titus 3:1-2: Put them in mind to be subject to principalities and powers, to obey magistrates, to be ready to every good work,
Contradiction with Matthew 18:15
Suggests confronting others about their faults directly, which contrasts with the idea of avoiding meddling in disputes that do not concern you as mentioned in Proverbs 26:17.
Matthew 18:15: Moreover if thy brother shall trespass against thee, go and tell him his fault between thee and him alone: if he shall hear thee, thou hast gained thy brother.
Paradox #1
Proverbs 26:17 could be seen as inconsistent with verses encouraging intervention or action in certain situations. This verse advises against getting involved in conflicts that aren't your concern, while other parts of the Bible might emphasize helping others or standing up for justice. This can seem contradictory because one advises staying out, while the other supports involvement.
Paradox #2
Proverbs 26:17 advises against interfering in arguments that do not concern you, warning that it might lead to trouble. A potential contradiction could arise if one believes it is their duty to always help others or stand up for justice, even in disputes that are not their own. This could conflict with the idea that stepping in can sometimes cause more harm than good, suggesting a tension between wanting to help and knowing when to stay out of others' conflicts.