Contradiction with Proverbs 11:14
This verse suggests seeking multiple counselors for safety, contrasting with the singular guidance of wisdom to avoid the evil way in Proverbs 2:12.
Proverbs 11:14: Where no counsel [is], the people fall: but in the multitude of counsellors [there is] safety.
Contradiction with Proverbs 3:5
Trusting in the Lord with all your heart may seem contrary to relying solely on wisdom to deliver one from evil as implied in Proverbs 2:12.
Proverbs 3:5: Trust in the LORD with all thine heart; and lean not unto thine own understanding.
Contradiction with Matthew 5:44
Advising to love and pray for enemies contradicts the idea of simply avoiding evil paths and people in Proverbs 2:12.
Matthew 5:44: But I say unto you, Love your enemies, bless them that curse you, do good to them that hate you, and pray for them which despitefully use you, and persecute you;
Contradiction with Luke 6:27
Command to love enemies appears contrary to the concept of steering clear from evil men as mentioned in Proverbs 2:12.
Luke 6:27: But I say unto you which hear, Love your enemies, do good to them which hate you,
Contradiction with James 1:2
Advising to find joy in trials contrasts with Proverbs 2:12's intent of avoiding evil paths to prevent trials.
James 1:2: My brethren, count it all joy when ye fall into divers temptations; [temptations: or, trials]
Contradiction with Romans 12:21
Encouragement to overcome evil with good can seem contrary to the notion of immediately distancing oneself from evil ways in Proverbs 2:12.
Romans 12:21: Be not overcome of evil, but overcome evil with good.