Contradiction with 1 Corinthians 7:32-34
These verses emphasize concern for the Lord rather than devotion to a spouse, suggesting divided interests contrary to the singular devotion seen in Song of Solomon 2:16.
1 Corinthians 7:32-34: But I would have you without carefulness. He that is unmarried careth for the things that belong to the Lord, how he may please the Lord: [that belong...: Gr. of the Lord]
Contradiction with Matthew 22:30
This verse indicates that marriage does not persist after resurrection, contrasting the enduring mutual belonging implied in Song of Solomon 2:16.
Matthew 22:30: But as touching the resurrection of the dead, have ye not read that which was spoken unto you by God, saying,
Contradiction with 1 Corinthians 7:8-9
Paul suggests it is good for the unmarried and widows to remain single, appearing to oppose the coupled unity expressed in Song of Solomon 2:16.
1 Corinthians 7:8-9: I say therefore to the unmarried and widows, It is good for them if they abide even as I.
Contradiction with Luke 14:26
The requirement to "hate" one's family for the sake of discipleship seems to contradict the intimate attachment in Song of Solomon 2:16.
Luke 14:26: If any [man] come to me, and hate not his father, and mother, and wife, and children, and brethren, and sisters, yea, and his own life also, he cannot be my disciple.
Contradiction with Matthew 19:29
This verse suggests leaving familial and marital bonds to follow Jesus, contrasting with the companionship highlighted in Song of Solomon 2:16.
Matthew 19:29: And every one that hath forsaken houses, or brethren, or sisters, or father, or mother, or wife, or children, or lands, for my name's sake, shall receive an hundredfold, and shall inherit everlasting life.