Contradiction with Proverbs 31:10
Proverbs 30:23 suggests unrest with an odious woman when married, while Proverbs 31:10 praises the virtues of a good wife, implying she is capable of bringing peace and stability.
Proverbs 31:10: Who can find a virtuous woman? for her price [is] far above rubies.
Contradiction with Ephesians 5:25
While Proverbs 30:23 warns against an odious woman, Ephesians 5:25 commands husbands to love their wives as Christ loved the church, suggesting unconditional love regardless of disposition.
Ephesians 5:25: Husbands, love your wives, even as Christ also loved the church, and gave himself for it;
Contradiction with Genesis 2:24
Proverbs 30:23 implies disruption with marriage to a problematic woman, yet Genesis 2:24 emphasizes the sanctity and unity of marriage as a foundational good.
Genesis 2:24: Therefore shall a man leave his father and his mother, and shall cleave unto his wife: and they shall be one flesh.
Contradiction with 1 Peter 3:7
This verse encourages husbands to honor and understand their wives, potentially countering the negative perspective on wives in Proverbs 30:23 by promoting harmonious relations.
1 Peter 3:7: Likewise, ye husbands, dwell with [them] according to knowledge, giving honour unto the wife, as unto the weaker vessel, and as being heirs together of the grace of life; that your prayers be not hindered.
Contradiction with Colossians 3:19
Unlike Proverbs 30:23, which implies difficulty with a contentious wife, this verse encourages love and kindness towards one's wife, which suggests a more positive marital relationship.
Colossians 3:19: Husbands, love [your] wives, and be not bitter against them.
Paradox #1
A contradiction or inconsistency might arise if the verse is interpreted as being unfairly critical or dismissive of certain groups of people, based on their social status or personal circumstances, without understanding their individual situations. This can lead to a lack of empathy or compassion towards those groups.