Contradiction with Matthew 23:8
Jesus tells his disciples that they should not call anyone on earth 'father,' indicating a more egalitarian approach rather than hierarchical, which contrasts with the instruction to salute those in positions of authority.
Matthew 23:8: But be not ye called Rabbi: for one is your Master, [even] Christ; and all ye are brethren.
Contradiction with Galatians 3:28
Paul emphasizes equality in Christ, indicating less focus on traditional authority structures, which diverges from the hierarchical tone of Hebrews 13:24.
Galatians 3:28: There is neither Jew nor Greek, there is neither bond nor free, there is neither male nor female: for ye are all one in Christ Jesus.
Contradiction with Matthew 20:25-26
Jesus explains that those who are great should be servants, which can be seen as contrasting with the more formal recognition of leaders in Hebrews 13:24.
Matthew 20:25-26: But Jesus called them [unto him], and said, Ye know that the princes of the Gentiles exercise dominion over them, and they that are great exercise authority upon them.
Contradiction with 1 Corinthians 1:12-13
Paul speaks against divisions and allegiances to specific leaders within the church, which could contrast with the saluting of leaders in the church community.
1 Corinthians 1:12-13: Now this I say, that every one of you saith, I am of Paul; and I of Apollos; and I of Cephas; and I of Christ.