Contradiction with Proverbs 9:13
This verse describes a foolish woman as clamorous, simple, and knowing nothing, which contrasts with Proverbs 9:4 inviting the simple for wisdom.
Proverbs 9:13: A foolish woman [is] clamorous: [she is] simple, and knoweth nothing.
Contradiction with Proverbs 14:16
A wise man fears and departs from evil, contradicting the invitation to the simple ones who lack understanding in Proverbs 9:4.
Proverbs 14:16: A wise [man] feareth, and departeth from evil: but the fool rageth, and is confident.
Contradiction with Proverbs 26:4
Advises not to answer a fool according to his folly, which contrasts with the call to instruct the simple in Proverbs 9:4.
Proverbs 26:4: Answer not a fool according to his folly, lest thou also be like unto him.
Contradiction with 1 Corinthians 1:27
God chooses the foolish things to shame the wise, which contradicts the invitation in Proverbs 9:4 aimed at moving the simple toward wisdom.
1 Corinthians 1:27: But God hath chosen the foolish things of the world to confound the wise; and God hath chosen the weak things of the world to confound the things which are mighty;
Contradiction with Matthew 11:25
Jesus praises God for hiding things from the wise and prudent and revealing them to babes, differing from Proverbs 9:4’s appeal to the simple for wisdom.
Matthew 11:25: At that time Jesus answered and said, I thank thee, O Father, Lord of heaven and earth, because thou hast hid these things from the wise and prudent, and hast revealed them unto babes.
Paradox #1
Proverbs 9:4 can present a contradiction or inconsistency because it invites the "simple" to gain wisdom, but this could imply that only those who are naive or inexperienced are worthy of guidance. This might contrast with other biblical messages that value wisdom gained through experience. This could create a tension between welcoming simplicity and valuing mature understanding.