Contradiction with Proverbs 1:5
Encourages seeking wisdom and understanding, contrary to the simplicity and scorning in Proverbs 1:22.
Proverbs 1:5: A wise [man] will hear, and will increase learning; and a man of understanding shall attain unto wise counsels:
Contradiction with Proverbs 2:3-6
Suggests actively seeking knowledge and wisdom, which contrasts with delighting in simplicity and scorn as in Proverbs 1:22.
Proverbs 2:3-6: Yea, if thou criest after knowledge, [and] liftest up thy voice for understanding; [liftest...: Heb. givest thy voice]
Contradiction with Proverbs 4:5-7
Emphasizes getting wisdom and understanding, opposing the love of simplicity described in Proverbs 1:22.
Proverbs 4:5-7: Get wisdom, get understanding: forget [it] not; neither decline from the words of my mouth.
Contradiction with James 1:5
Offers wisdom to those who ask for it, which contradicts the rejection of wisdom seen in Proverbs 1:22.
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 3:13
Blesses those who find wisdom, contrary to those who love simplicity mentioned in Proverbs 1:22.
Proverbs 3:13: Happy [is] the man [that] findeth wisdom, and the man [that] getteth understanding. [that getteth...: Heb. that draweth out understanding]
Paradox #1
Proverbs 1:22 talks about the foolishness of rejecting wisdom and knowledge. A possible contradiction or conflict could arise if someone values other traits, like innocence or blind faith, which might be seen as opposing the pursuit of knowledge and wisdom. If these traits are viewed as virtuous in other parts of one's belief system, it can create a tension between valuing wisdom and valuing simplicity or unquestioning belief.