Contradiction with Proverbs 12:22
Proverbs 26:28 speaks against lying and flattery, while Proverbs 12:22 states that lying lips are an abomination to the Lord, upholding the idea that honesty is valued by God.
Proverbs 12:22: Lying lips [are] abomination to the LORD: but they that deal truly [are] his delight.
Contradiction with Proverbs 12:19
Proverbs 26:28 suggests that lies can ruin relationships, but Proverbs 12:19 indicates that truthful lips endure forever, emphasizing truth over falsehood.
Proverbs 12:19: The lip of truth shall be established for ever: but a lying tongue [is] but for a moment.
Contradiction with Exodus 20:16
Proverbs 26:28 warns against false testimony and deceit, similar to the commandment in Exodus 20:16 against bearing false witness, showing a consistency in promoting truth.
Exodus 20:16: Thou shalt not bear false witness against thy neighbour.
Contradiction with Ephesians 4:25
Proverbs 26:28 concerns deceit, while Ephesians 4:25 urges believers to put away lying and speak truth, aligning rather than contradicting.
Ephesians 4:25: Wherefore putting away lying, speak every man truth with his neighbour: for we are members one of another.
Paradox #1
The contradiction in this verse could be seen in how it condemns both lying and flattery, yet other parts of the Bible show instances where lying or flattering is used by biblical figures for seemingly good reasons or outcomes, creating a conflict.