Contradiction with Matthew 7:6
Proverbs 7:4 suggests valuing wisdom like a close relationship, while Matthew 7:6 advises against sharing valuable knowledge with those who won't appreciate it, implying discretion in sharing wisdom.
Matthew 7:6: Give not that which is holy unto the dogs, neither cast ye your pearls before swine, lest they trample them under their feet, and turn again and rend you.
Contradiction with Ecclesiastes 7:16
Proverbs 7:4 encourages treasuring wisdom and understanding, whereas Ecclesiastes 7:16 warns against being overly righteous or wise, suggesting moderation.
Ecclesiastes 7:16: Be not righteous over much; neither make thyself over wise: why shouldest thou destroy thyself? [destroy...: Heb. be desolate?]
Contradiction with James 3:15
Proverbs 7:4 implies elevating wise counsel, but James 3:15 notes that not all wisdom is from above, highlighting a difference in the source of wisdom.
James 3:15: This wisdom descendeth not from above, but [is] earthly, sensual, devilish. [sensual: or, natural]
Contradiction with 1 Corinthians 3:18
Proverbs 7:4 promotes acquiring wisdom, yet 1 Corinthians 3:18 cautions against being wise by worldly standards, indicating that human wisdom can be misleading.
1 Corinthians 3:18: Let no man deceive himself. If any man among you seemeth to be wise in this world, let him become a fool, that he may be wise.