Contradiction with Ecclesiastes 4:13
This verse suggests that it is better to be a wise child than an old and foolish king, implying wisdom does not necessarily come with age.
Ecclesiastes 4:13: Better [is] a poor and a wise child than an old and foolish king, who will no more be admonished. [who...: Heb. who knoweth not to be admonished]
Contradiction with 1 Timothy 4:12
This verse encourages young people to be examples in various virtues, suggesting that wisdom and understanding are not confined to the old.
1 Timothy 4:12: Let no man despise thy youth; but be thou an example of the believers, in word, in conversation, in charity, in spirit, in faith, in purity.
Contradiction with Matthew 11:25
This implies that God reveals wisdom to "babes" rather than the wise and prudent, suggesting wisdom is not solely tied to age.
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 Psalm 119:99-100
These verses suggest that understanding and wisdom can exceed that of one's elders due to meditation on God's laws.
Psalm 119:99-100: I have more understanding than all my teachers: for thy testimonies [are] my meditation.
Contradiction with Proverbs 4:7
This verse emphasizes getting wisdom and understanding without mentioning age, suggesting it is not inherently tied to being older.
Proverbs 4:7: Wisdom [is] the principal thing; [therefore] get wisdom: and with all thy getting get understanding.
Contradiction with Job 32:7-9
This passage suggests that age does not guarantee wisdom, contradicting the notion that wisdom is tied solely to being old.
Job 32:7-9: I said, Days should speak, and multitude of years should teach wisdom.