Contradiction with Proverbs 11:2
Proverbs 11:2 suggests that wisdom comes with humility, whereas Isaiah 19:13 describes the princes of Zoan as fools, implying the absence of wisdom.
Proverbs 11:2: [When] pride cometh, then cometh shame: but with the lowly [is] wisdom.
Contradiction with James 1:5
James 1:5 offers wisdom to those who ask God, contrasting with Isaiah 19:13 where the leadership lacks wisdom despite their authority.
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 3:35
Proverbs 3:35 states that the wise shall inherit glory, contradicting Isaiah 19:13, where the leaders are branded as deceptive and foolish rather than glorious.
Proverbs 3:35: The wise shall inherit glory: but shame shall be the promotion of fools. [shall be...: Heb. exalteth the fools]
Contradiction with Matthew 11:25
Matthew 11:25 reveals that God hides wisdom from the wise and prudent, contradicting the assumed wisdom of leaders in Isaiah 19:13.
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.
Contradiction with Ecclesiastes 7:4
Ecclesiastes 7:4 implies that wisdom dwells in the house of mourning, contrasting with Isaiah 19:13's portrayal of leaders' foolishness despite likely wealth and status.
Ecclesiastes 7:4: The heart of the wise [is] in the house of mourning; but the heart of fools [is] in the house of mirth.