Contradiction with Proverbs 2:6
This verse states that the Lord gives wisdom, whereas Deuteronomy 32:28 characterizes the people as lacking wisdom and understanding.
Proverbs 2:6: For the LORD giveth wisdom: out of his mouth [cometh] knowledge and understanding.
Contradiction with Proverbs 4:7
Here wisdom is described as the principal thing, suggesting its attainability, contrasting with Deuteronomy 32:28 that portrays a lack of such wisdom in the people.
Proverbs 4:7: Wisdom [is] the principal thing; [therefore] get wisdom: and with all thy getting get understanding.
Contradiction with James 1:5
This verse promises wisdom to those who ask God, contrasting with the people described in Deuteronomy 32:28 who are devoid of counsel and understanding.
James 1:5: If any of you lack wisdom, let him ask of God, that giveth to all [men] liberally, and upbraideth not; and it shall be given him.
Contradiction with Proverbs 3:13
Blessedness is associated with finding wisdom, which contrasts with the absence of wisdom in the people as described in Deuteronomy 32:28.
Proverbs 3:13: Happy [is] the man [that] findeth wisdom, and the man [that] getteth understanding. [that getteth...: Heb. that draweth out understanding]
Contradiction with Proverbs 1:7
States that the fear of the Lord is the beginning of knowledge, contrasting with the implication in Deuteronomy 32:28 that these people don’t possess such understanding or fear.
Proverbs 1:7: The fear of the LORD [is] the beginning of knowledge: [but] fools despise wisdom and instruction. [the beginning: or, the principal part]
Contradiction with Ecclesiastes 7:12
Wisdom is described as a defense and provides life, highlighting a discrepancy with the wisdom-less state of the people in Deuteronomy 32:28.
Ecclesiastes 7:12: For wisdom [is] a defence, [and] money [is] a defence: but the excellency of knowledge [is, that] wisdom giveth life to them that have it. [defence: Heb. shadow]