Contradiction with Proverbs 26:12
This verse suggests a person wise in their own eyes is more hopeless than a fool, which implies self-wisdom is detrimental.
Proverbs 26:12: Seest thou a man wise in his own conceit? [there is] more hope of a fool than of him.
Contradiction with Isaiah 5:21
Condemns those wise in their own eyes, aligning with the warning in Proverbs 3:7 rather than contradicting it.
Isaiah 5:21: Woe unto [them that are] wise in their own eyes, and prudent in their own sight! [in their own sight: Heb. before their face]
Contradiction with Romans 12:16
Advises believers not to be wise in their own conceits, reinforcing the message of Proverbs 3:7.
Romans 12:16: [Be] of the same mind one toward another. Mind not high things, but condescend to men of low estate. Be not wise in your own conceits. [condescend...: or, be contented with mean things]
Contradiction with 1 Corinthians 3:18
Encourages believers to become 'fools' to be wise, suggesting self-wisdom leads to deceit.
1 Corinthians 3:18: Let no man deceive himself. If any man among you seemeth to be wise in this world, let him become a fool, that he may be wise.
Paradox #1
Proverbs 3:7 advises not to be wise in your own eyes, but to fear the Lord and shun evil. A possible contradiction could be the idea of being humble versus having self-confidence. On one hand, the verse encourages humility by warning against being too proud of one's own wisdom. On the other hand, self-confidence is often seen as a virtue and important for making decisions. Balancing humility with a healthy level of self-assuredness might create a conflict.