Contradiction with Proverbs 14:12
This verse suggests there is a way that seems right to a man, which contrasts with the idea of fearing the Lord as understanding, implying human understanding may differ from divine wisdom.
Proverbs 14:12: There is a way which seemeth right unto a man, but the end thereof [are] the ways of death.
Contradiction with Ecclesiastes 7:16
This verse warns against being overly righteous or wise, contradicting the focus on wisdom and understanding in Job 28:28 by suggesting a limit to the pursuit of wisdom.
Ecclesiastes 7:16: Be not righteous over much; neither make thyself over wise: why shouldest thou destroy thyself? [destroy...: Heb. be desolate?]
Contradiction with Jeremiah 5:21
It highlights the foolishness of the people who have eyes and ears yet do not see or hear, contradicting Job 28:28 by indicating that fearing the Lord doesn’t always lead to understanding.
Jeremiah 5:21: Hear now this, O foolish people, and without understanding; which have eyes, and see not; which have ears, and hear not: [understanding: Heb. heart]
Contradiction with Romans 3:10-11
These verses state that none are righteous or seek God, suggesting that inherent human inability contradicts the notion that fearing the Lord is understanding.
Romans 3:10-11: As it is written, There is none righteous, no, not one:
Contradiction with James 1:5
Suggests that wisdom is something to be asked for from God, implying that understanding is not automatically linked to fearing the Lord as stated in Job 28:28.
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.