Contradiction with 1 Timothy 5:8
This verse emphasizes the responsibility of providing for one's own family, which can contrast with 2 Chronicles 31:16, where provisions are distributed among all who enter the temple for service, suggesting a communal provision system.
1 Timothy 5:8: But if any provide not for his own, and specially for those of his own house, he hath denied the faith, and is worse than an infidel. [house: or, kindred]
Contradiction with Matthew 6:1-4
These verses suggest giving in secret without seeking reward, whereas 2 Chronicles 31:16 describes a public distribution of provisions.
Matthew 6:1-4: Take heed that ye do not your alms before men, to be seen of them: otherwise ye have no reward of your Father which is in heaven. [alms: or, righteousness] [of your: or, with your]
Contradiction with Acts 5:3-4
These verses highlight the individual accountability and handling of possessions, contrasting with the communal oversight and distribution of resources seen in 2 Chronicles 31:16.
Acts 5:3-4: But Peter said, Ananias, why hath Satan filled thine heart to lie to the Holy Ghost, and to keep back [part] of the price of the land? [to lie to: or, to deceive]
Contradiction with 1 Samuel 8:15-17
These verses talk about taking a tenth of grain and produce as taxes, which contrasts with the voluntary donations and offerings managed in 2 Chronicles 31:16.
1 Samuel 8:15-17: And he will take the tenth of your seed, and of your vineyards, and give to his officers, and to his servants. [officers: Heb. eunuchs]