Contradiction with Proverbs 10:27
While Proverbs 5:11 discusses the regret and loss at the end of life due to wrongful living, Proverbs 10:27 states that the fear of the Lord prolongs life, implying a positive outcome not evident in 5:11.
Proverbs 10:27: The fear of the LORD prolongeth days: but the years of the wicked shall be shortened. [prolongeth: Heb. addeth]
Contradiction with Proverbs 9:11
Proverbs 5:11 talks about mourning at the end of life, whereas Proverbs 9:11 promises an increase in days and years through wisdom, suggesting a hopeful future with wisdom.
Proverbs 9:11: For by me thy days shall be multiplied, and the years of thy life shall be increased.
Contradiction with Ecclesiastes 11:9
Proverbs 5:11 focuses on sorrow in old age due to past actions, while Ecclesiastes 11:9 encourages enjoying life in youth, which could lead to the sorrow mentioned in Proverbs 5:11.
Ecclesiastes 11:9: Rejoice, O young man, in thy youth; and let thy heart cheer thee in the days of thy youth, and walk in the ways of thine heart, and in the sight of thine eyes: but know thou, that for all these [things] God will bring thee into judgment.
Contradiction with Psalm 91:16
Proverbs 5:11 highlights regret in old age, whereas Psalm 91:16 promises long life and salvation, presenting a contrasting promise of fulfillment at life's end.
Psalm 91:16: With long life will I satisfy him, and shew him my salvation. [long...: Heb. length of days]
Contradiction with Job 5:26
Proverbs 5:11 depicts weariness at the end of life, but Job 5:26 describes reaching the grave in full age and vigor, suggesting a prosperous old life.
Job 5:26: Thou shalt come to [thy] grave in a full age, like as a shock of corn cometh in in his season. [cometh in: Heb. ascendeth]