Contradiction with Proverbs 1:29-30
While Psalms 34:11 invites us to learn the fear of the Lord, Proverbs 1:29-30 speaks of people who despise such wisdom and instruction, ignoring God's call.
Proverbs 1:29-30: For that they hated knowledge, and did not choose the fear of the LORD:
Contradiction with Ecclesiastes 7:16
Psalms 34:11 emphasizes learning wisdom, whereas Ecclesiastes 7:16 warns against being overly righteous or wise, suggesting a different perspective on the pursuit of wisdom.
Ecclesiastes 7:16: Be not righteous over much; neither make thyself over wise: why shouldest thou destroy thyself? [destroy...: Heb. be desolate?]
Contradiction with 1 Corinthians 1:19
Psalms 34:11 encourages learning divine wisdom, but 1 Corinthians 1:19 emphasizes how God will destroy the wisdom of the wise, which may seem contradictory regarding the value of certain wisdoms.
1 Corinthians 1:19: For it is written, I will destroy the wisdom of the wise, and will bring to nothing the understanding of the prudent.
Contradiction with James 3:15
Psalms 34:11 talks about godly instruction, but James 3:15 contrasts this with earthly wisdom, suggesting a false form of wisdom that doesn’t align with godly principles.
James 3:15: This wisdom descendeth not from above, but [is] earthly, sensual, devilish. [sensual: or, natural]
Contradiction with Proverbs 3:5
Psalms 34:11 speaks on learning and instruction, yet Proverbs 3:5 emphasizes trusting in the Lord rather than leaning on one's own understanding, which can seem contrasting in moments of relying solely on human learning.
Proverbs 3:5: Trust in the LORD with all thine heart; and lean not unto thine own understanding.