Contradiction with Proverbs 11:22
This verse contrasts physical beauty with moral discretion, whereas Song of Solomon 1:16 focuses on physical attractiveness and beauty.
Proverbs 11:22: [As] a jewel of gold in a swine's snout, [so is] a fair woman which is without discretion. [is without: Heb. departeth from]
Contradiction with 1 Samuel 16:7
This verse emphasizes that God looks at the heart rather than outward appearances, which contradicts the emphasis on physical beauty in Song of Solomon 1:16.
1 Samuel 16:7: But the LORD said unto Samuel, Look not on his countenance, or on the height of his stature; because I have refused him: for [the LORD seeth] not as man seeth; for man looketh on the outward appearance, but the LORD looketh on the heart. [outward...: Heb. eyes]
Contradiction with 1 Peter 3:3-4
These verses stress inner beauty and a gentle spirit over outward adornment, which contradicts the focus on physical appearance in Song of Solomon 1:16.
1 Peter 3:3-4: Whose adorning let it not be that outward [adorning] of plaiting the hair, and of wearing of gold, or of putting on of apparel;
Contradiction with Isaiah 40:6-8
These verses highlight the fleeting nature of human beauty, while Song of Solomon 1:16 celebrates it.
Isaiah 40:6-8: The voice said, Cry. And he said, What shall I cry? All flesh [is] grass, and all the goodliness thereof [is] as the flower of the field:
Contradiction with Matthew 6:28-29
Jesus emphasizes inner beauty and God's provision over human worries about appearance, contrasting with the physical beauty admired in Song of Solomon 1:16.
Matthew 6:28-29: And why take ye thought for raiment? Consider the lilies of the field, how they grow; they toil not, neither do they spin: