Contradiction with Proverbs 1:5
This verse suggests that even the wise should increase learning, contradicting the idea that only age brings wisdom.
Proverbs 1:5: A wise [man] will hear, and will increase learning; and a man of understanding shall attain unto wise counsels:
Contradiction with 1 Timothy 4:12
This verse encourages not to despise youth, implying that wisdom and understanding are not limited to the aged.
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 Ecclesiastes 4:13
This verse states that a poor and wise child is better than an old and foolish king, contradicting the notion that age necessarily brings wisdom.
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 Kings 3:7-9
Solomon, as a young leader, prays for wisdom, showing that understanding can be sought and granted regardless of age.
1 Kings 3:7-9: And now, O LORD my God, thou hast made thy servant king instead of David my father: and I [am but] a little child: I know not [how] to go out or come in.
Contradiction with Psalm 119:99-100
These verses suggest that understanding can surpass that of elders through God's testimonies, challenging the idea that wisdom comes with age alone.
Psalm 119:99-100: I have more understanding than all my teachers: for thy testimonies [are] my meditation.
Contradiction with Jeremiah 1:7
God instructs Jeremiah not to say he is too young, indicating that age does not determine one's ability to speak with wisdom or authority.
Jeremiah 1:7: But the LORD said unto me, Say not, I [am] a child: for thou shalt go to all that I shall send thee, and whatsoever I command thee thou shalt speak.
Contradiction with Daniel 1:17-20
Daniel and his friends, though young, are given knowledge and skill in all learning and wisdom, showing that understanding is not confined to the elderly.
Daniel 1:17-20: As for these four children, God gave them knowledge and skill in all learning and wisdom: and Daniel had understanding in all visions and dreams. [Daniel...: or, he made Daniel understand]
Paradox #1
The contradiction in Job 32:7 could be the assumption that age and wisdom always come together. In reality, being older doesn't automatically make a person wise, and young people can also possess valuable insights. This can clash with the idea that wisdom is solely a result of age.