Contradiction with Proverbs 29:11
While Psalms 69:12 describes someone who is the subject of gossip and criticism, Proverbs 29:11 values restraint and wisdom in speech, discouraging mockery and impulsive words.
Proverbs 29:11: A fool uttereth all his mind: but a wise [man] keepeth it in till afterwards.
Contradiction with James 1:19
Psalms 69:12 highlights being talked about negatively, contrasting James 1:19's encouragement to be "swift to hear, slow to speak," which would ideally reduce harmful speech.
James 1:19: Wherefore, my beloved brethren, let every man be swift to hear, slow to speak, slow to wrath:
Contradiction with Proverbs 15:1
Whereas Psalms 69:12 reflects being on the receiving end of negative talk, Proverbs 15:1 promotes using soft answers to turn away wrath and prevent strife.
Proverbs 15:1: A soft answer turneth away wrath: but grievous words stir up anger.
Contradiction with Ephesians 4:29
Psalms 69:12 involves being the subject of disparagement, while Ephesians 4:29 advises against corrupt communication and instead endorses speech that is edifying.
Ephesians 4:29: Let no corrupt communication proceed out of your mouth, but that which is good to the use of edifying, that it may minister grace unto the hearers. [to...: or, to edify profitably]
Contradiction with Colossians 4:6
In contrast to being ill-spoken about as seen in Psalms 69:12, Colossians 4:6 emphasizes gracious and thoughtful speech, opposing harmful conversations.
Colossians 4:6: Let your speech [be] alway with grace, seasoned with salt, that ye may know how ye ought to answer every man.
Contradiction with Proverbs 26:20
Psalms 69:12 depicts ongoing mockery, while Proverbs 26:20 suggests that removing gossip stops strife, implying that the situation can be controlled by avoiding such talk.
Proverbs 26:20: Where no wood is, [there] the fire goeth out: so where [there is] no talebearer, the strife ceaseth. [Where no...: Heb. Without wood] [talebearer: or, whisperer] [ceaseth: Heb. is silent]