Contradictions and Paradoxes in Matthew 6:20

Check out Contradictions Catalog of Matthew 6:20 for the comprehensive list of verses that contradicts Matthew 6:20. Some key contradictions and paradoxes are described below.

According to Matthew, Jesus is teaching people to focus on doing good things and being kind, which are like treasures saved in a special place called heaven. These special treasures are safe forever and can't be broken or taken away by anyone.

Matthew 6:20: But lay up for yourselves treasures in heaven, where neither moth nor rust doth corrupt, and where thieves do not break through nor steal:

Contradiction with Matthew 19:21

This verse advises selling possessions and giving to the poor to have treasure in heaven, rather than simply storing treasure in heaven, suggesting a more earthly action.

Matthew 19:21: Jesus said unto him, If thou wilt be perfect, go [and] sell that thou hast, and give to the poor, and thou shalt have treasure in heaven: and come [and] follow me.

Contradiction with Matthew 6:19

While this is part of the same passage as Matthew 6:20, it advises against laying up treasures on earth, contrasting with the notion of having earthly security.

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 Luke 12:33

Encourages selling possessions and giving alms to provide treasures in heaven, suggesting a letting go of material wealth in contrast to the act of storing.

Luke 12:33: Sell that ye have, and give alms; provide yourselves bags which wax not old, a treasure in the heavens that faileth not, where no thief approacheth, neither moth corrupteth.

Contradiction with 2 Corinthians 8:14

Suggests that out of equality your abundance may supply their lack, implying a redistribution of wealth on earth which contrasts storing for oneself elsewhere.

2 Corinthians 8:14: But by an equality, [that] now at this time your abundance [may be a supply] for their want, that their abundance also may be [a supply] for your want: that there may be equality:

Contradiction with James 5:1-2

Warns the rich of misery due to hoarded wealth, contradicting the notion of storing or accumulating anything.

James 5:1-2: Go to now, [ye] rich men, weep and howl for your miseries that shall come upon [you].

Contradiction with Matthew 5:42

Encourages giving to anyone who asks and not turning away from those who wish to borrow, focusing on charity rather than storing wealth.

Matthew 5:42: Give to him that asketh thee, and from him that would borrow of thee turn not thou away.

Contradiction with Proverbs 13:22

States that a good man leaves an inheritance for his children's children, suggesting a focus on earthly wealth and legacy.

Proverbs 13:22: A good [man] leaveth an inheritance to his children's children: and the wealth of the sinner [is] laid up for the just.

Contradiction with 1 Timothy 5:8

Emphasizes providing for one's household, which is a more earthly focus than storing treasures in heaven.

1 Timothy 5:8: But if any provide not for his own, and specially for those of his own house, he hath denied the faith, and is worse than an infidel. [house: or, kindred]

Contradiction with Luke 16:9

Advises making friends through worldly wealth for future benefit, underscoring a possible focus on earthly dealings.

Luke 16:9: And I say unto you, Make to yourselves friends of the mammon of unrighteousness; that, when ye fail, they may receive you into everlasting habitations. [mammon: or, riches]
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