Contradiction with Matthew 6:19-20
Isaiah 33:6 emphasizes the stability and wealth from wisdom and knowledge, whereas this verse advises against laying up treasures on earth, suggesting the impermanence and potential corruption of worldly wealth.
Matthew 6:19-20: Lay not up for yourselves treasures upon earth, where moth and rust doth corrupt, and where thieves break through and steal:
Contradiction with Ecclesiastes 1:18
Isaiah 33:6 highlights the value of wisdom and knowledge, but this verse suggests that increased wisdom leads to increased sorrow, implying a less positive view.
Ecclesiastes 1:18: For in much wisdom [is] much grief: and he that increaseth knowledge increaseth sorrow.
Contradiction with 1 Corinthians 3:19
Isaiah 33:6 speaks of wisdom as valuable, yet this verse describes the wisdom of the world as foolishness with God, presenting a contradictory perspective on the nature of wisdom.
1 Corinthians 3:19: For the wisdom of this world is foolishness with God. For it is written, He taketh the wise in their own craftiness.
Contradiction with James 1:5
While Isaiah 33:6 asserts the possession of wisdom as stability and strength, this verse indicates the necessity of seeking wisdom from God, implying it is not inherently within oneself and not automatically a foundation.
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 4:7
Isaiah 33:6 suggests wisdom and knowledge already present provide stability, whereas this verse emphasizes the pursuit of wisdom as the principal thing, suggesting it must be actively acquired.
Proverbs 4:7: Wisdom [is] the principal thing; [therefore] get wisdom: and with all thy getting get understanding.