Contradiction with Matthew 6:3
This verse advises that alms should be given in secret, emphasizing humility, which could be seen as contradicting the disciples' apparent concern for greatness in Luke 9:47.
Matthew 6:3: But when thou doest alms, let not thy left hand know what thy right hand doeth:
Contradiction with Romans 12:3
It advises not to think of oneself more highly than one ought, emphasizing humility over the concern for greatness shown by the disciples in Luke 9:47.
Romans 12:3: For I say, through the grace given unto me, to every man that is among you, not to think [of himself] more highly than he ought to think; but to think soberly, according as God hath dealt to every man the measure of faith. [soberly: Gr. to sobriety]
Contradiction with Proverbs 16:18
Pride is highlighted as a precursor to a fall, contrasting with the internal thoughts of the disciples vying for greatness in Luke 9:47.
Proverbs 16:18: Pride [goeth] before destruction, and an haughty spirit before a fall.
Contradiction with 1 Samuel 16:7
Man looks on the outward appearance, but the Lord looks on the heart, which might suggest a contradiction by focusing on human judgment versus divine insight in Luke 9:47.
1 Samuel 16:7: But the LORD said unto Samuel, Look not on his countenance, or on the height of his stature; because I have refused him: for [the LORD seeth] not as man seeth; for man looketh on the outward appearance, but the LORD looketh on the heart. [outward...: Heb. eyes]