Contradiction with Matthew 7:7
This verse encourages asking, seeking, and knocking, implying that anyone who seeks God will be heard, contrasting with Proverbs 28:9, which states the prayer of one who ignores the law is an abomination.
Matthew 7:7: Ask, and it shall be given you; seek, and ye shall find; knock, and it shall be opened unto you:
Contradiction with James 1:5
This verse promises wisdom to anyone who asks of God, irrespective of their attention to the law, in contradiction to Proverbs 28:9.
James 1:5: If any of you lack wisdom, let him ask of God, that giveth to all [men] liberally, and upbraideth not; and it shall be given him.
Contradiction with John 9:31
This verse states that God hears the worshipper and does His will, not sinners, which contradicts Proverbs 28:9 by implying that those who do not hear the law still aren’t heard.
John 9:31: Now we know that God heareth not sinners: but if any man be a worshipper of God, and doeth his will, him he heareth.
Contradiction with Luke 18:13-14
This passage illustrates that a sinner's prayer is accepted by God, opposing Proverbs 28:9, which suggests the prayers of those who ignore God's law are abominable.
Luke 18:13-14: And the publican, standing afar off, would not lift up so much as [his] eyes unto heaven, but smote upon his breast, saying, God be merciful to me a sinner.
Contradiction with Romans 10:13
"For whosoever shall call upon the name of the Lord shall be saved," which suggests God hears all who call on Him, contrary to Proverbs 28:9.
Romans 10:13: For whosoever shall call upon the name of the Lord shall be saved.
Paradox #1
Proverbs 28:9 suggests that if someone turns away from hearing the law, their prayers are detestable. A possible contradiction could be with the concept of God's grace and mercy, where God is willing to listen and forgive those who repent. This could create tension between the idea of God's openness to hearing prayers and this verse's implication of rejection for not following the law.
Paradox #2
Proverbs 28:9 talks about how ignoring the law can make one's prayers displeasing. A possible contradiction or inconsistency might arise when comparing this idea with other parts of the Bible that suggest God's willingness to hear anyone who prays sincerely, regardless of their past actions or adherence to the law. Some passages emphasize God's mercy and forgiveness for all, which could seem inconsistent with the notion that prayers could be dismissed if someone has ignored the law.
Paradox #3
The potential contradiction in that verse could arise if someone believes that all prayers should be heard and considered by God, regardless of one's behavior or adherence to religious laws. The idea that certain prayers might be rejected could conflict with the belief in unconditional divine love and openness to all people.