Contradiction with 1 Samuel 16:7
This verse emphasizes inner beauty and God's focus on the heart, contradicting the physical admiration in Song of Solomon 7:3.
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 Matthew 5:28
This verse warns against lustful thoughts, which can contradict the sensual description in Song of Solomon 7:3.
Matthew 5:28: But I say unto you, That whosoever looketh on a woman to lust after her hath committed adultery with her already in his heart.
Contradiction with Proverbs 31:30
This verse suggests that charm and beauty are fleeting, whereas spiritual reverence is more valuable, contrasting with the focus on physical beauty in Song of Solomon 7:3.
Proverbs 31:30: Favour [is] deceitful, and beauty [is] vain: [but] a woman [that] feareth the LORD, she shall be praised.
Contradiction with 1 Peter 3:3-4
These verses highlight the importance of inner beauty and a gentle spirit over outward adornment, contradicting the emphasis on physical form in Song of Solomon 7:3.
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;