Contradictions and Paradoxes in Proverbs 8:7

Check out Contradictions Catalog of Proverbs 8:7 for the comprehensive list of verses that contradicts Proverbs 8:7. Some key contradictions and paradoxes are described below.

According to Solomon, this verse means that it's important to always tell the truth and to avoid saying or liking anything bad or mean. Speaking truth is like choosing to be good and kind with our words.

Proverbs 8:7: For my mouth shall speak truth; and wickedness [is] an abomination to my lips. [an...: Heb. the abomination of my lips]

Contradiction with Jeremiah 9:5

This verse speaks of people deceiving every neighbor and not speaking the truth, contrasting the commitment to truth in Proverbs 8:7.

Jeremiah 9:5: And they will deceive every one his neighbour, and will not speak the truth: they have taught their tongue to speak lies, [and] weary themselves to commit iniquity. [deceive: or, mock]

Contradiction with Psalm 58:3

This verse describes people as going astray and speaking lies from birth, contradicting the idea of truthfulness.

Psalm 58:3: The wicked are estranged from the womb: they go astray as soon as they be born, speaking lies. [as soon...: Heb. from the belly]

Contradiction with Romans 3:13

This verse describes deceit with words, contradicting the notion that the mouth speaks truth.

Romans 3:13: Their throat [is] an open sepulchre; with their tongues they have used deceit; the poison of asps [is] under their lips:

Contradiction with Proverbs 14:5

Highlights the presence of false witnesses, indicating not all mouths speak truth, contradicting Proverbs 8:7.

Proverbs 14:5: A faithful witness will not lie: but a false witness will utter lies.

Contradiction with Psalm 116:11

Declares that all men are liars, opposing the absolute truthfulness claimed.

Psalm 116:11: I said in my haste, All men [are] liars.

Contradiction with Hosea 4:1-2

Highlights a lack of truth and rampant lying, contradicting the commitment to truth.

Hosea 4:1-2: Hear the word of the LORD, ye children of Israel: for the LORD hath a controversy with the inhabitants of the land, because [there is] no truth, nor mercy, nor knowledge of God in the land.
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