Contradiction with Proverbs 10:15
This verse suggests that wealth can provide security and protection, contrasting with Luke 6:20, which blesses the poor.
Proverbs 10:15: The rich man's wealth [is] his strong city: the destruction of the poor [is] their poverty.
Contradiction with James 2:5
This verse states that God has chosen the poor, which aligns with the blessing in Luke 6:20, but it can contradict societal norms of favoring the wealthy.
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 Ecclesiastes 10:19
This verse claims that money answers all things, which can contradict the emphasis on the blessed state of the poor in spirit in Luke 6:20.
Ecclesiastes 10:19: A feast is made for laughter, and wine maketh merry: but money answereth all [things]. [maketh...: Heb. maketh glad the life]
Contradiction with Proverbs 22:7
This verse suggests the rich rule over the poor, which contrasts with the exaltation of the poor in Luke 6:20.
Proverbs 22:7: The rich ruleth over the poor, and the borrower [is] servant to the lender. [the lender: Heb. the man that lendeth]
Contradiction with Matthew 25:29
This verse indicates that those with abundance will receive more, which can contradict the blessing of the poor found in Luke 6:20.
Matthew 25:29: For unto every one that hath shall be given, and he shall have abundance: but from him that hath not shall be taken away even that which he hath.
Paradox #1
Some people might see a contradiction in this verse if they think it suggests that to be blessed or favored by God, one must be poor. This could conflict with the idea that wealth and success can also be seen as signs of God's favor. The moral challenge is understanding how happiness and spiritual fulfillment can come through poverty, which seems opposite to the more common pursuit of material wealth for comfort and security.