Contradiction with Proverbs 23:20-21
These verses warn against drunkenness and gluttony for leading to poverty, highlighting self-control, while Habakkuk 2:5 discusses insatiable greed leading to conquest.
Proverbs 23:20-21: Be not among winebibbers; among riotous eaters of flesh: [of flesh: Heb. of their flesh]
Contradiction with Ephesians 5:18
This verse advises against drunkenness, implying a focus on spiritual fulfillment, whereas Habakkuk 2:5 describes how insatiability leads to arrogance and dominance.
Ephesians 5:18: And be not drunk with wine, wherein is excess; but be filled with the Spirit;
Contradiction with Isaiah 55:2
This verse emphasizes the futility of earthly satisfaction and promotes seeking spiritual nourishment, opposing the material greed and excess described in Habakkuk 2:5.
Isaiah 55:2: Wherefore do ye spend money for [that which is] not bread? and your labour for [that which] satisfieth not? hearken diligently unto me, and eat ye [that which is] good, and let your soul delight itself in fatness. [spend: Heb. weigh]
Contradiction with Matthew 6:19-20
These verses encourage storing treasures in heaven, suggesting spiritual wealth, which contrasts with the earthly greed and endless accumulation mentioned in Habakkuk 2:5.
Matthew 6:19-20: Lay not up for yourselves treasures upon earth, where moth and rust doth corrupt, and where thieves break through and steal:
Contradiction with Ecclesiastes 5:10
This verse states that those who love money will never be satisfied, opposing the seemingly insatiable pursuit of wealth described in Habakkuk 2:5.
Ecclesiastes 5:10: He that loveth silver shall not be satisfied with silver; nor he that loveth abundance with increase: this [is] also vanity.