Contradiction with Proverbs 13:22
Emphasizes that a good person leaves an inheritance for their descendants, while Luke 15:12 depicts a son asking for his inheritance prematurely.
Proverbs 13:22: A good [man] leaveth an inheritance to his children's children: and the wealth of the sinner [is] laid up for the just.
Contradiction with Exodus 20:12
Commands honoring one's parents, which contrasts with the son's demand for his inheritance in Luke 15:12.
Exodus 20:12: Honour thy father and thy mother: that thy days may be long upon the land which the LORD thy God giveth thee.
Contradiction with Proverbs 20:21
Warns that an inheritance gained hastily will not be blessed, contradicting the son's request for early inheritance in Luke 15:12.
Proverbs 20:21: An inheritance [may be] gotten hastily at the beginning; but the end thereof shall not be blessed.
Contradiction with 1 Timothy 5:8
Stresses providing for one's household, which opposes the self-centered request of the younger son in Luke 15:12.
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 Proverbs 19:26
Describes a son who brings shame and disgrace, conflicting with the respectful conduct expected in familial relationships, highlighted by the son's demand in Luke 15:12.
Proverbs 19:26: He that wasteth [his] father, [and] chaseth away [his] mother, [is] a son that causeth shame, and bringeth reproach.
Paradox #1
The potential contradiction in Luke 15:12 could arise from the idea of a father giving his son an inheritance before it is typically due. This action might seem inconsistent with the traditional value of earning one's wealth through hard work and waiting one's turn. It could also present a conflict with the idea of promoting responsibility and patience in younger individuals.