Contradiction with Matthew 10:24
This verse states, "The disciple is not above his master, nor the servant above his lord," implying hierarchy rather than equality as suggested in Luke 6:40.
Matthew 10:24: The disciple is not above [his] master, nor the servant above his lord.
Contradiction with 1 Corinthians 11:1
Paul says, "Be ye followers of me, even as I also am of Christ," indicating reliance on following another, not reaching equality with a teacher.
1 Corinthians 11:1: Be ye followers of me, even as I also [am] of Christ.
Contradiction with Hebrews 5:12
Suggests that despite being taught, many fail to reach the level of their teachers, as they need to be taught again the basic principles.
Hebrews 5:12: For when for the time ye ought to be teachers, ye have need that one teach you again which [be] the first principles of the oracles of God; and are become such as have need of milk, and not of strong meat.
Contradiction with 2 Timothy 3:7
Refers to those ever learning but never able to come to the knowledge of the truth, suggesting a lack of reaching the teacher's level.
2 Timothy 3:7: Ever learning, and never able to come to the knowledge of the truth.
Contradiction with 1 Timothy 1:7
Critiques those who desire to be teachers without understanding, implying not all will reach the competency implied by Luke 6:40.
1 Timothy 1:7: Desiring to be teachers of the law; understanding neither what they say, nor whereof they affirm.
Contradiction with James 3:1
Warns that not many should become teachers, as they will be judged with greater strictness, highlighting the difference in status and responsibility.
James 3:1: My brethren, be not many masters, knowing that we shall receive the greater condemnation. [condemnation: or, judgment]