Contradiction with Proverbs 1:4
Proverbs 1:4 mentions giving subtlety to the simple, implying that the simple can receive wisdom, contradicting the notion in Proverbs 7:7 that they lack understanding.
Proverbs 1:4: To give subtilty to the simple, to the young man knowledge and discretion. [discretion: or, advisement]
Contradiction with Proverbs 8:5
This verse encourages the simple to become wise, suggesting they can gain understanding unlike what is implied in Proverbs 7:7.
Proverbs 8:5: O ye simple, understand wisdom: and, ye fools, be ye of an understanding heart.
Contradiction with Proverbs 19:25
This verse implies that even a simple person can be wise after being observed, contrasting with the suggestion in Proverbs 7:7 that simple youth lack judgment.
Proverbs 19:25: Smite a scorner, and the simple will beware: and reprove one that hath understanding, [and] he will understand knowledge. [will beware: Heb. will be cunning]
Contradiction with Proverbs 9:4
The verse invites the simple to turn in to wisdom, opposing the view that they inherently lack understanding as seen in Proverbs 7:7.
Proverbs 9:4: Whoso [is] simple, let him turn in hither: [as for] him that wanteth understanding, she saith to him,
Contradiction with Proverbs 14:15
This verse shows a belief that the simple believes every word, implying potential for discernment, differing from the depiction in Proverbs 7:7.
Proverbs 14:15: The simple believeth every word: but the prudent [man] looketh well to his going.