Contradiction with Proverbs 28:19
This verse emphasizes the virtue of hard work, suggesting a contradiction to the theme of free grace and equality seen in the laborers’ equal pay in Matthew 20:1-16.
Proverbs 28:19: He that tilleth his land shall have plenty of bread: but he that followeth after vain [persons] shall have poverty enough.
Contradiction with 2 Thessalonians 3:10
This verse stresses that those who do not work should not eat, contrasting with the parable's message where all workers, regardless of hours worked, receive the same wage.
2 Thessalonians 3:10: For even when we were with you, this we commanded you, that if any would not work, neither should he eat.
Contradiction with Galatians 6:7
Discusses reaping what one sows, which contrasts with the equal reward given to all laborers in the vineyard regardless of their effort.
Galatians 6:7: Be not deceived; God is not mocked: for whatsoever a man soweth, that shall he also reap.
Contradiction with Proverbs 13:11
Emphasizes wealth gained progressively rather than instant gain, which contrasts with the equal payment to laborers irrespective of time spent working.
Proverbs 13:11: Wealth [gotten] by vanity shall be diminished: but he that gathereth by labour shall increase. [by labour: Heb. with the hand]
Contradiction with 1 Corinthians 3:8
This verse suggests that each shall receive his own reward according to his labor, contradicting the equal wages given in the parable of the laborers.
1 Corinthians 3:8: Now he that planteth and he that watereth are one: and every man shall receive his own reward according to his own labour.