Contradiction with Matthew 19:6
Proverbs 2:17 speaks of forsaking the guide of one's youth and forgetting the covenant with God, which can imply neglecting one's commitments, while Matthew 19:6 emphasizes that what God has joined together should not be separated, underscoring commitment and unity.
Matthew 19:6: Wherefore they are no more twain, but one flesh. What therefore God hath joined together, let not man put asunder.
Contradiction with Ephesians 5:31
Proverbs 2:17 implies the act of leaving one's past commitments, whereas Ephesians 5:31 states that a man shall leave his parents to unite with his wife, reinforcing the importance of forming a new commitment.
Ephesians 5:31: For this cause shall a man leave his father and mother, and shall be joined unto his wife, and they two shall be one flesh.
Contradiction with Hebrews 13:4
Proverbs 2:17 mentions forgetting the covenant with God, while Hebrews 13:4 honors marriage as a sacred covenant that should be upheld and respected.
Hebrews 13:4: Marriage [is] honourable in all, and the bed undefiled: but whoremongers and adulterers God will judge.
Contradiction with Malachi 2:14
Proverbs 2:17 discusses forsaking the guide of one's youth and forgetting covenants, but Malachi 2:14 emphasizes honoring the marriage covenant, highlighting faithfulness and the significance of vows.
Malachi 2:14: Yet ye say, Wherefore? Because the LORD hath been witness between thee and the wife of thy youth, against whom thou hast dealt treacherously: yet [is] she thy companion, and the wife of thy covenant.