Contradiction with Proverbs 16:32
This verse praises one who controls his spirit, which contradicts Proverbs 7:22 where a man acts impulsively like an ox going to the slaughter.
Proverbs 16:32: [He that is] slow to anger [is] better than the mighty; and he that ruleth his spirit than he that taketh a city.
Contradiction with Proverbs 25:28
This verse highlights the value of self-control, contrasting with Proverbs 7:22 where the man lacks it.
Proverbs 25:28: He that [hath] no rule over his own spirit [is like] a city [that is] broken down, [and] without walls.
Contradiction with Galatians 5:16
Advises to walk in the Spirit to avoid fulfilling fleshly lusts, contradicting the impulsive behavior in Proverbs 7:22.
Galatians 5:16: [This] I say then, Walk in the Spirit, and ye shall not fulfil the lust of the flesh. [ye...: or, fulfil not]
Contradiction with Romans 8:5
Speaks of being spiritually minded for life and peace, while Proverbs 7:22 depicts following fleshly desires leading to ruin.
Romans 8:5: For they that are after the flesh do mind the things of the flesh; but they that are after the Spirit the things of the Spirit.
Contradiction with 1 Corinthians 10:13
God provides a way to escape temptation, contrasting with the man's surrender in Proverbs 7:22.
1 Corinthians 10:13: There hath no temptation taken you but such as is common to man: but God [is] faithful, who will not suffer you to be tempted above that ye are able; but will with the temptation also make a way to escape, that ye may be able to bear [it]. [common...: or, moderate]
Contradiction with James 1:14-15
Explains the process of yielding to temptation leading to sin and death, contradicting the immediate downfall in Proverbs 7:22.
James 1:14-15: But every man is tempted, when he is drawn away of his own lust, and enticed.