Contradiction with Proverbs 3:1
This verse urges adherence to the law and remembrance of commandments, contrasting with rejecting instruction.
Proverbs 3:1: My son, forget not my law; but let thine heart keep my commandments:
Contradiction with Proverbs 4:13
This verse advises taking firm hold of instruction and not letting go, which contradicts disregarding instruction.
Proverbs 4:13: Take fast hold of instruction; let [her] not go: keep her; for she [is] thy life.
Contradiction with Proverbs 10:17
Contradicts by stating that keeping instruction is a path to life, opposing the despising of instruction.
Proverbs 10:17: He [is in] the way of life that keepeth instruction: but he that refuseth reproof erreth. [erreth: or, causeth to err]
Contradiction with Proverbs 12:1
This verse declares the love of instruction as wise, contrary to hating it.
Proverbs 12:1: Whoso loveth instruction loveth knowledge: but he that hateth reproof [is] brutish.
Contradiction with Proverbs 19:20
Encourages listening to counsel and receiving instruction, contrasting with not taking instruction.
Proverbs 19:20: Hear counsel, and receive instruction, that thou mayest be wise in thy latter end.
Paradox #1
Psalms 50:17 highlights individuals who dislike instruction and reject God's words, yet they are part of a religious text that values these teachings. The contradiction could be that people might follow religious practices outwardly but reject their underlying truths and guidance, leading to a gap between belief and action.