Contradiction with James 2:24
James states that a person is justified by works, not by faith only, contrasting with the idea of receiving a reward without prior work as suggested in Matthew 20:7.
James 2:24: Ye see then how that by works a man is justified, and not by faith only.
Contradiction with 2 Thessalonians 3:10
This verse states that if anyone refuses to work, they should not eat, contradicting the reward given to those who had not labored throughout the day in Matthew 20:7.
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 Proverbs 6:6-11
Advises diligence and hard work, implying that idleness does not bring rewards, which contradicts the hiring of idle workers without prior labor in Matthew 20:7.
Proverbs 6:6-11: Go to the ant, thou sluggard; consider her ways, and be wise:
Contradiction with Galatians 6:7
This verse mentions reaping what one sows, implying that rewards are based on prior labor, contradicting the later hire and reward of workers in Matthew 20:7.
Galatians 6:7: Be not deceived; God is not mocked: for whatsoever a man soweth, that shall he also reap.
Paradox #1
The contradiction in that verse could be seen as promoting unfairness because workers who labored for different lengths of time received the same pay. This might seem inconsistent with the idea of fairness based on effort or time spent working.