Contradiction with Matthew 5:3
Blessed are the poor in spirit: for theirs is the kingdom of heaven, which contrasts with the rich man's struggle to enter the kingdom in Luke 18:23.
Matthew 5:3: Blessed [are] the poor in spirit: for theirs is the kingdom of heaven.
Contradiction with Proverbs 10:22
The blessing of the LORD, it maketh rich, and he addeth no sorrow with it, contrasting the rich man's sorrow in Luke 18:23.
Proverbs 10:22: The blessing of the LORD, it maketh rich, and he addeth no sorrow with it.
Contradiction with Ecclesiastes 5:19
Every man also to whom God hath given riches and wealth, and hath given him power to eat thereof, and to take his portion, and to rejoice in his labour; this is the gift of God, which contrasts with the rich man's sadness in Luke 18:23.
Ecclesiastes 5:19: Every man also to whom God hath given riches and wealth, and hath given him power to eat thereof, and to take his portion, and to rejoice in his labour; this [is] the gift of God.
Contradiction with Job 42:10
And the LORD turned the captivity of Job, when he prayed for his friends: also the LORD gave Job twice as much as he had before, which contrasts with the implication that wealth is a hindrance in Luke 18:23.
Job 42:10: And the LORD turned the captivity of Job, when he prayed for his friends: also the LORD gave Job twice as much as he had before. [gave...: Heb. added all that had been to Job unto the double]
Paradox #1
The contradiction in that verse could be seen as the conflict between wealth and spiritual dedication. On one side, having wealth is often viewed as a blessing, but the verse also suggests that holding on to material wealth can be a barrier to following a spiritual path fully. This presents a tension between valuing material success and prioritizing spiritual commitments.