Contradiction with James 1:5
Proverbs 14:8 emphasizes the wisdom of the prudent, while James 1:5 suggests that anyone lacking wisdom should ask God, implying wisdom is not innate to the prudent alone.
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 1 Corinthians 1:20
Proverbs 14:8 values the wisdom of the prudent, whereas 1 Corinthians 1:20 questions the wisdom of the wise, indicating that worldly wisdom is futile.
1 Corinthians 1:20: Where [is] the wise? where [is] the scribe? where [is] the disputer of this world? hath not God made foolish the wisdom of this world?
Contradiction with 1 Corinthians 3:19
Proverbs 14:8 highlights the wisdom of the prudent, but 1 Corinthians 3:19 states that the wisdom of this world is foolishness with God, challenging the concept of human prudence.
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 Ecclesiastes 1:18
Proverbs 14:8 praises the insight of the prudent, while Ecclesiastes 1:18 warns that increased wisdom brings sorrow, suggesting that prudence may lead to distress.
Ecclesiastes 1:18: For in much wisdom [is] much grief: and he that increaseth knowledge increaseth sorrow.
Paradox #1
The contradiction or conflict in Proverbs 14:8 might arise from the tension between being clever and being truthful. Some people might think that being cunning or crafty is wise, while others believe true wisdom comes from honesty and understanding. This could lead to conflicting views on what it means to live a good and wise life.