Contradiction with Proverbs 3:5
This verse advises trusting in the Lord with all one's heart, which contrasts with the independent wisdom suggested in avoiding temptation in Proverbs 7:25.
Proverbs 3:5: Trust in the LORD with all thine heart; and lean not unto thine own understanding.
Contradiction with 1 Corinthians 7:2
Encourages marriage to avoid fornication, which contrasts with focusing on personal avoidance in Proverbs 7:25.
1 Corinthians 7:2: Nevertheless, [to avoid] fornication, let every man have his own wife, and let every woman have her own husband.
Contradiction with 1 Timothy 2:9
Promotes modest apparel and demeanor as a preventative to temptation, which contrasts with the mental vigilance suggested in Proverbs 7:25.
1 Timothy 2:9: In like manner also, that women adorn themselves in modest apparel, with shamefacedness and sobriety; not with broided hair, or gold, or pearls, or costly array; [broided: or, plaited]
Contradiction with Matthew 5:27-28
Expands the concept of adultery to include lustful thoughts, highlighting internal purity rather than just external avoidance as in Proverbs 7:25.
Matthew 5:27-28: Ye have heard that it was said by them of old time, Thou shalt not commit adultery:
Contradiction with James 1:14-15
Describes temptation as originating from one's own desires, contrasting with Proverbs 7:25's emphasis on purposeful avoidance.
James 1:14-15: But every man is tempted, when he is drawn away of his own lust, and enticed.
Paradox #1
The verse warns against being led astray by temptation or immoral paths. A potential moral conflict might arise from the idea that it places the responsibility solely on the individual to resist temptation, without acknowledging external influences or systemic factors that can also lead to immoral choices. This could seem inconsistent because it may overlook the complexity of human situations where free choice is limited or compromised.