Contradiction with Matthew 6:19
This verse advises against storing up earthly treasures, whereas Matthew 25:15 discusses individuals being entrusted with talents (a form of treasure) for investment and growth.
Matthew 6:19: Lay not up for yourselves treasures upon earth, where moth and rust doth corrupt, and where thieves break through and steal:
Contradiction with James 2:24
This verse emphasizes justification by works and not faith only, potentially contrasting with the idea of being given talents based on ability, suggesting predestination.
James 2:24: Ye see then how that by works a man is justified, and not by faith only.
Contradiction with Luke 6:35
Encourages lending without expecting anything back, contradicting the expectation in Matthew 25:15 that talents should be invested and yield a return.
Luke 6:35: But love ye your enemies, and do good, and lend, hoping for nothing again; and your reward shall be great, and ye shall be the children of the Highest: for he is kind unto the unthankful and [to] the evil.
Contradiction with Ecclesiastes 5:10
Suggests that pursuing wealth doesn't satisfy, while Matthew 25:15 implies a responsibility towards increasing one's given wealth.
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 Proverbs 3:13-14
Values wisdom over silver and gold, diverging from the concept of managing literal talents for profit as seen in Matthew 25:15.
Proverbs 3:13-14: Happy [is] the man [that] findeth wisdom, and the man [that] getteth understanding. [that getteth...: Heb. that draweth out understanding]