Contradiction with Psalm 37:25
Proverbs 29:24 warns against the consequences of associating with thieves, implying lack and suffering, whereas Psalm 37:25 emphasizes that the righteous are not forsaken and do not suffer want.
Psalm 37:25: I have been young, and [now] am old; yet have I not seen the righteous forsaken, nor his seed begging bread.
Contradiction with Exodus 20:15
Proverbs 29:24 implies complicity with wrongdoing brings guilt, but Exodus 20:15 directly commands against stealing, imposing a clear moral directive instead of a suggested consequence.
Exodus 20:15: Thou shalt not steal.
Contradiction with Ephesians 4:28
Proverbs 29:24 warns of complicity in theft, while Ephesians 4:28 encourages transformation and productive living, offering a path to redemption contrary to remaining in sin.
Ephesians 4:28: Let him that stole steal no more: but rather let him labour, working with [his] hands the thing which is good, that he may have to give to him that needeth. [to give: or, to distribute]
Contradiction with Proverbs 13:21
Proverbs 29:24 suggests that a thief ultimately escapes directly being cursed, while Proverbs 13:21 declares that evil pursues sinners, implying certainty of consequence.
Proverbs 13:21: Evil pursueth sinners: but to the righteous good shall be repayed.
Contradiction with Isaiah 1:16-17
Proverbs 29:24 speaks only to complicity with thieves, whereas Isaiah 1:16-17 urges actively seeking justice and doing good, presenting a proactive contradiction to mere avoidance of evil.
Isaiah 1:16-17: Wash you, make you clean; put away the evil of your doings from before mine eyes; cease to do evil;
Paradox #1
The potential contradiction or inconsistency with Proverbs 29:24 could be related to the idea of sharing guilt or responsibility. In some interpretations, this verse implies that associating with wrongdoers can make you guilty by association. This might seem to conflict with the concept of personal accountability, which is emphasized elsewhere in the Bible where individuals are judged by their own actions rather than those of others.
Paradox #2
This verse warns against partnering with a thief, suggesting complicity in wrongdoing. The contradiction might arise if there are verses that emphasize forgiveness and redemption, which could seem inconsistent with the strong warning against associating with wrongdoers. The conflict lies in deciding between distancing oneself from wrongdoers and offering them help or a chance to change.