Contradiction with Jeremiah 17:5
This verse suggests not trusting in man, contrasting Proverbs 31:11's emphasis on a husband's trust in his wife.
Jeremiah 17:5: Thus saith the LORD; Cursed [be] the man that trusteth in man, and maketh flesh his arm, and whose heart departeth from the LORD.
Contradiction with Micah 7:5
Advises not to trust in a friend or guide, contradicting the trust described in Proverbs 31:11.
Micah 7:5: Trust ye not in a friend, put ye not confidence in a guide: keep the doors of thy mouth from her that lieth in thy bosom.
Contradiction with Psalm 118:8
Encourages trusting in the Lord rather than in people, opposing the concept of human trust implied in Proverbs 31:11.
Psalm 118:8: [It is] better to trust in the LORD than to put confidence in man.
Contradiction with Proverbs 28:26
States that trusting in one's own heart is foolish, which contrasts with the trust placed in the heart of a wife in Proverbs 31:11.
Proverbs 28:26: He that trusteth in his own heart is a fool: but whoso walketh wisely, he shall be delivered.
Contradiction with Psalm 146:3
Warns against putting trust in princes, differing from the trust in a spouse mentioned in Proverbs 31:11.
Psalm 146:3: Put not your trust in princes, [nor] in the son of man, in whom [there is] no help. [help: or, salvation]
Paradox #1
The contradiction or inconsistency with Proverbs 31:11 might arise from the notion of trust and dependency. In some interpretations, the verse implies complete trust and reliance on one person (specifically a wife) for the welfare and prosperity of another (the husband). This could conflict with modern views that encourage shared responsibility and equality in relationships, where both partners trust and rely on each other equally.