Contradiction with Proverbs 3:5
Contradicts the reliance on understanding by calling for trust in the Lord rather than one's own understanding.
Proverbs 3:5: Trust in the LORD with all thine heart; and lean not unto thine own understanding.
Contradiction with 1 Corinthians 1:25
Suggests that God's foolishness is wiser than human wisdom, contradicting the idea of relying on human understanding from fearing the Lord.
1 Corinthians 1:25: Because the foolishness of God is wiser than men; and the weakness of God is stronger than men.
Contradiction with Ecclesiastes 7:23
States that wisdom is unattainable, contradicting the attainment of wisdom mentioned in fearing the Lord.
Ecclesiastes 7:23: All this have I proved by wisdom: I said, I will be wise; but it [was] far from me.
Contradiction with Proverbs 1:7
Contradicts as it emphasizes the beginning of knowledge rather than wisdom through the fear of the Lord, differing in focus.
Proverbs 1:7: The fear of the LORD [is] the beginning of knowledge: [but] fools despise wisdom and instruction. [the beginning: or, the principal part]
Contradiction with Romans 11:33
Highlights the unsearchable judgments and unfathomable ways of God, contradicting human acquisition of wisdom.
Romans 11:33: O the depth of the riches both of the wisdom and knowledge of God! how unsearchable [are] his judgments, and his ways past finding out!
Paradox #1
The contradiction in this context could be that while the verse emphasizes the importance of fearing the Lord as the beginning of wisdom, some might argue that fear is not a healthy foundation for wisdom or morality. Instead, they might believe that love, understanding, or compassion should be the basis for ethical behavior and wisdom rather than fear. This could be seen as an inconsistency for those who view wisdom as ideally rooted in positive rather than fear-based emotions.