Contradiction with 1 Samuel 16:7
Daniel 1:4 emphasizes outward appearance and abilities, while 1 Samuel 16:7 states that the Lord looks at the heart rather than the outward appearance.
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 James 2:5
Daniel 1:4 highlights wisdom and appearance for selection, but James 2:5 suggests that God chooses the poor in the eyes of the world to be rich in faith.
James 2:5: Hearken, my beloved brethren, Hath not God chosen the poor of this world rich in faith, and heirs of the kingdom which he hath promised to them that love him? [of the: or, of that]
Contradiction with 1 Corinthians 1:27
Daniel 1:4 focuses on youths with understanding and skill, whereas 1 Corinthians 1:27 notes that God has chosen the foolish and weak things of the world to shame the wise and strong.
1 Corinthians 1:27: But God hath chosen the foolish things of the world to confound the wise; and God hath chosen the weak things of the world to confound the things which are mighty;
Contradiction with Jeremiah 9:23-24
Daniel 1:4 emphasizes knowledge and wisdom, while Jeremiah 9:23-24 advises against boasting in wisdom, might, or riches, but in understanding and knowing God.
Jeremiah 9:23-24: Thus saith the LORD, Let not the wise [man] glory in his wisdom, neither let the mighty [man] glory in his might, let not the rich [man] glory in his riches:
Contradiction with Matthew 11:25
Daniel 1:4 mentions skill in wisdom and knowledge, contrary to Matthew 11:25 where Jesus thanks God for hiding things from the wise and revealing them to babes.
Matthew 11:25: At that time Jesus answered and said, I thank thee, O Father, Lord of heaven and earth, because thou hast hid these things from the wise and prudent, and hast revealed them unto babes.