Contradiction with Luke 6:20
This verse blesses the poor, saying the kingdom of God is theirs, in contrast to the rich young man who went away sorrowful due to his wealth.
Luke 6:20: And he lifted up his eyes on his disciples, and said, Blessed [be ye] poor: for yours is the kingdom of God.
Contradiction with James 2:5
This verse states that God has chosen the poor of this world to be rich in faith, contradicting the rich man's struggle to enter the kingdom of heaven.
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 1 Timothy 6:17
This verse warns the rich not to trust in uncertain riches but in God, opposing the young man's attachment to his wealth.
1 Timothy 6:17: Charge them that are rich in this world, that they be not highminded, nor trust in uncertain riches, but in the living God, who giveth us richly all things to enjoy; [uncertain...: Gr. uncertainty of riches]
Contradiction with Proverbs 11:28
This verse warns that anyone trusting in riches will fall, contrasting with the rich young man's reliance on his possessions.
Proverbs 11:28: He that trusteth in his riches shall fall: but the righteous shall flourish as a branch.
Contradiction with Luke 18:24-25
These verses declare how hard it is for the rich to enter the kingdom of God, which contradicts the young man's reluctance to give up his wealth.
Luke 18:24-25: And when Jesus saw that he was very sorrowful, he said, How hardly shall they that have riches enter into the kingdom of God!
Paradox #1
Matthew 19:22 might pose a contradiction concerning wealth and righteousness. While the Bible often depicts wealth as a blessing from God, this passage suggests that riches can be an obstacle to spiritual obedience and entering the kingdom of heaven. This can create tension in understanding whether wealth is inherently good or a hindrance to spiritual life.
Paradox #2
The contradiction or conflict could arise from the challenge of valuing wealth versus spiritual or moral obligations. The verse might seem to suggest that wealth can be a barrier to achieving spiritual goals, which can conflict with messages elsewhere that do not explicitly discourage wealth. This could lead to tension between the ideas of material success and spiritual fulfillment.