Contradiction with John 2:10
In this verse, Jesus turns water into wine at the wedding at Cana, seemingly endorsing its use, which may contradict the caution against drinking in Proverbs 31:5.
John 2:10: And saith unto him, Every man at the beginning doth set forth good wine; and when men have well drunk, then that which is worse: [but] thou hast kept the good wine until now.
Contradiction with Psalm 104:14-15
These verses suggest wine gladdens the heart, presenting a positive aspect of drinking, which contrasts with the negative consequences mentioned in Proverbs 31:5.
Psalm 104:14-15: He causeth the grass to grow for the cattle, and herb for the service of man: that he may bring forth food out of the earth;
Contradiction with Ecclesiastes 9:7
This verse encourages the enjoyment of wine with a merry heart, which seems to conflict with the caution in Proverbs 31:5 about forgetting the law through drinking.
Ecclesiastes 9:7: Go thy way, eat thy bread with joy, and drink thy wine with a merry heart; for God now accepteth thy works.
Contradiction with 1 Timothy 5:23
This verse advises the use of wine for health reasons, which could be seen as contradicting the warning against drinking in Proverbs 31:5.
1 Timothy 5:23: Drink no longer water, but use a little wine for thy stomach's sake and thine often infirmities.
Contradiction with Isaiah 25:6
This verse depicts a feast with well-aged wine, suggesting its appreciation as a blessing, which may be contrary to the cautious message of Proverbs 31:5.
Isaiah 25:6: And in this mountain shall the LORD of hosts make unto all people a feast of fat things, a feast of wines on the lees, of fat things full of marrow, of wines on the lees well refined.
Paradox #1
Proverbs 31:5 warns against the dangers of drinking alcohol for those in positions of power, suggesting it can impair judgment and lead to injustice. A potential contradiction might be that elsewhere in the Bible, moderate alcohol consumption is depicted positively, such as in the use of wine during religious ceremonies. This could lead to confusion about the appropriateness of alcohol use, as there are differing messages about its role and effects.