Contradiction with Psalm 144:1
Encourages fighting and preparing for war rather than seeking peace.
Psalm 144:1: [[A Psalm] of David.] Blessed [be] the LORD my strength, which teacheth my hands to war, [and] my fingers to fight: [strength: Heb. rock] [to war...: Heb. to the war, etc]
Contradiction with Ecclesiastes 3:8
Implies that there is a time for war, contrasting Proverbs 3:29's caution against unprovoked conflict.
Ecclesiastes 3:8: A time to love, and a time to hate; a time of war, and a time of peace.
Contradiction with Exodus 21:24
Promotes the idea of retribution, which can be seen as justification for harm against neighbors.
Exodus 21:24: Eye for eye, tooth for tooth, hand for hand, foot for foot,
Contradiction with Matthew 5:38-39
Turning the other cheek contradicts the implied caution of protection in Proverbs 3:29.
Matthew 5:38-39: Ye have heard that it hath been said, An eye for an eye, and a tooth for a tooth:
Contradiction with Matthew 10:34
Jesus states He came to bring a sword, suggesting conflict rather than avoiding it.
Matthew 10:34: Think not that I am come to send peace on earth: I came not to send peace, but a sword.
Contradiction with Luke 22:36
Jesus advises buying a sword, indicating preparation for conflict which contrasts with avoiding strife.
Luke 22:36: Then said he unto them, But now, he that hath a purse, let him take [it], and likewise [his] scrip: and he that hath no sword, let him sell his garment, and buy one.
Paradox #1
The contradiction in Proverbs 3:29 could be seen if the verse is interpreted as advising against planning harm against a neighbor while other parts of the Bible discuss war or violence. This might seem conflicting because, in some situations, violence or harm against others is depicted or commanded. This could cause confusion about when harm is justified or not.