Contradiction with Ecclesiastes 7:15
This verse states that a just man perishes despite his righteousness, in contrast to Proverbs 9:11, which suggests that wisdom prolongs life.
Ecclesiastes 7:15: All [things] have I seen in the days of my vanity: there is a just [man] that perisheth in his righteousness, and there is a wicked [man] that prolongeth [his life] in his wickedness.
Contradiction with Job 14:5
This verse states that the days of a person's life are determined and limited by God, contradicting the idea that wisdom can extend one's years.
Job 14:5: Seeing his days [are] determined, the number of his months [are] with thee, thou hast appointed his bounds that he cannot pass;
Contradiction with Psalm 49:12
This verse indicates that despite their wealth and wisdom, humans do not endure or live long, opposing the notion that wisdom prolongs life.
Psalm 49:12: Nevertheless man [being] in honour abideth not: he is like the beasts [that] perish.
Contradiction with Isaiah 57:1
This verse notes that the righteous perish and are taken away before their time, contradicting the concept that wisdom extends life span.
Isaiah 57:1: The righteous perisheth, and no man layeth [it] to heart: and merciful men [are] taken away, none considering that the righteous is taken away from the evil [to come]. [merciful...: Heb. men of kindness, or, godliness] [from...: or, from that which is evil]
Contradiction with James 4:14
This verse highlights the uncertainty and brevity of life, challenging the idea that wisdom guarantees longer life.
James 4:14: Whereas ye know not what [shall be] on the morrow. For what [is] your life? It is even a vapour, that appeareth for a little time, and then vanisheth away. [It...: or, For it is]
Paradox #1
The potential contradiction might arise if someone interprets this message as a guarantee of a longer life based solely on wisdom, while in reality, many wise and good people may have their lives cut short due to unforeseen circumstances. It could be seen as inconsistent with the unpredictable nature of life, where wisdom does not always directly correlate with longevity.