Contradiction with Proverbs 27:17
Contradicts by emphasizing mutual improvement, while Genesis 4:22 highlights individual skill for creation.
Proverbs 27:17: Iron sharpeneth iron; so a man sharpeneth the countenance of his friend.
Contradiction with Ecclesiastes 9:11
Suggests that success is not solely due to skill, contrasting with the emphasis on craftsmanship in Genesis 4:22.
Ecclesiastes 9:11: I returned, and saw under the sun, that the race [is] not to the swift, nor the battle to the strong, neither yet bread to the wise, nor yet riches to men of understanding, nor yet favour to men of skill; but time and chance happeneth to them all.
Contradiction with Matthew 6:19-21
Advises against accumulating earthly wealth, while Genesis 4:22 focuses on crafting valuable metals.
Matthew 6:19-21: Lay not up for yourselves treasures upon earth, where moth and rust doth corrupt, and where thieves break through and steal:
Contradiction with 1 Corinthians 1:26-29
Highlights that God chooses the weak and foolish, whereas Genesis 4:22 showcases human skill and accomplishment.
1 Corinthians 1:26-29: For ye see your calling, brethren, how that not many wise men after the flesh, not many mighty, not many noble, [are called]:
Contradiction with James 2:5
Emphasizes the value of being poor in the world, contrasting with the craftsmanship highlighted in Genesis 4:22.
James 2:5: Hearken, my beloved brethren, Hath not God chosen the poor of this world rich in faith, and heirs of the kingdom which he hath promised to them that love him? [of the: or, of that]