Contradictions and Paradoxes in Luke 19:15

Check out Contradictions Catalog of Luke 19:15 for the comprehensive list of verses that contradicts Luke 19:15. Some key contradictions and paradoxes are described below.

According to Luke, this story is about a king who gave his servants money to see how well they would use it. When he came back, he wanted to see how much more money each servant had earned with what he gave them.

Luke 19:15: And it came to pass, that when he was returned, having received the kingdom, then he commanded these servants to be called unto him, to whom he had given the money, that he might know how much every man had gained by trading. [money: Gr. silver]

Contradiction with Matthew 19:24

Luke 19:15 suggests rewarding those who have increased their wealth, while Matthew 19:24 implies that wealth can be an obstacle to entering the kingdom of God.

Matthew 19:24: And again I say unto you, It is easier for a camel to go through the eye of a needle, than for a rich man to enter into the kingdom of God.

Contradiction with James 2:5

Luke 19:15 emphasizes rewarding financial success, whereas James 2:5 reveres the poor as heirs to God's kingdom.

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]

Contradiction with Matthew 6:19-20

Luke 19:15 focuses on earthly wealth, but Matthew 6:19-20 advises against storing treasures on earth in favor of heavenly treasures.

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 1 Timothy 6:10

While Luke 19:15 honors accumulating wealth, 1 Timothy 6:10 warns that the love of money is the root of all evil.

1 Timothy 6:10: For the love of money is the root of all evil: which while some coveted after, they have erred from the faith, and pierced themselves through with many sorrows. [erred: or, been seduced]

Contradiction with Proverbs 11:28

Luke 19:15 rewards wealth increase, yet Proverbs 11:28 warns that those who trust in riches will fall.

Proverbs 11:28: He that trusteth in his riches shall fall: but the righteous shall flourish as a branch.

Paradox #1

The contradiction in this verse could be seen in the potential clash between the praise of business success and the ethical implications of wealth and power. The verse may suggest valuing financial gain and productivity as a measure of worth, raising questions about fairness and the treatment of people as mere means to an end. This could conflict with other teachings about love, compassion, and the dangers of wealth.

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