Contradiction with Matthew 25:28
In the parable of the talents, the instruction is to take away the talent from the one who has ten talents, which can be seen as opposing the approval and reward in Luke 19:16.
Matthew 25:28: Take therefore the talent from him, and give [it] unto him which hath ten talents.
Contradiction with James 2:24
This verse emphasizes justification by works and not by faith only, which can contradict the praise of the servant's gain in Luke 19:16 without mention of faith.
James 2:24: Ye see then how that by works a man is justified, and not by faith only.
Contradiction with Romans 11:6
This verse highlights grace and works as mutually exclusive, contrasting with the rewards based on works seen in Luke 19:16.
Romans 11:6: And if by grace, then [is it] no more of works: otherwise grace is no more grace. But if [it be] of works, then is it no more grace: otherwise work is no more work.
Contradiction with Ecclesiastes 9:11
This verse suggests time and chance affect success, contrasting the clear cause-and-effect reward seen in Luke 19:16.
Ecclesiastes 9:11: I returned, and saw under the sun, that the race [is] not to the swift, nor the battle to the strong, neither yet bread to the wise, nor yet riches to men of understanding, nor yet favour to men of skill; but time and chance happeneth to them all.
Paradox #1
The potential contradiction or conflict with Luke 19:16 could involve the idea of rewarding those who succeed and not addressing the needs of those who do not. This might seem to suggest a lack of compassion or fairness towards those who might struggle due to circumstances beyond their control. This perspective could appear inconsistent with other teachings in the Bible that emphasize helping the poor and being fair to everyone.