Contradiction with Proverbs 13:7
This verse suggests that one may pretend to be rich yet have nothing, and another may pretend to be poor yet have great wealth, highlighting a contradiction to gaining more when one already has something as mentioned in Matthew 13:12.
Proverbs 13:7: There is that maketh himself rich, yet [hath] nothing: [there is] that maketh himself poor, yet [hath] great riches.
Contradiction with Ecclesiastes 5:10
This verse points out the insatiability of wealth, suggesting that having more does not lead to more fulfillment or contentment, which contrasts with the idea of abundance being given to someone who already has.
Ecclesiastes 5:10: He that loveth silver shall not be satisfied with silver; nor he that loveth abundance with increase: this [is] also vanity.
Contradiction with James 1:9-10
This verse emphasizes the exaltation of the lowly and the humbling of the rich, contradicting the notion in Matthew 13:12 that those who have, get more.
James 1:9-10: Let the brother of low degree rejoice in that he is exalted: [rejoice: or, glory]
Contradiction with Luke 1:53
This verse states that the hungry are filled and the rich are sent away empty, opposing the principle that abundance is given to those who already have.
Luke 1:53: He hath filled the hungry with good things; and the rich he hath sent empty away.
Contradiction with 1 Samuel 2:7
This verse describes the Lord making some poor and others rich, implying that wealth isn't just about having more but rather the Lord's doing, contradicting the premise of abundance given on the basis of already having more.
1 Samuel 2:7: The LORD maketh poor, and maketh rich: he bringeth low, and lifteth up.
Paradox #1
One potential contradiction with this verse is that it seems to suggest that those who have more will be given more, while those who have less will lose even what they have. This might come across as conflicting with other biblical teachings that emphasize equality, generosity to the poor, and the idea that God provides for those in need. It can seem unjust, as it appears to benefit those who are already privileged while further disadvantaging those who have little.
Paradox #2
Some people might see a contradiction between this verse and the idea that God is fair and loving. The verse talks about some people getting more while others lose what they have, which might seem unfair. However, others explain this by saying it's about being open to spiritual understanding—those who are open will understand more, while those who aren't may lose what little understanding they have.
Paradox #3
Some people see a contradiction in this verse because it suggests that those who already have will receive more, while those who have little will lose even what they have. This can seem unfair or opposite to the idea of helping the poor and needy. It raises questions about fairness and equality.