Contradiction with Ecclesiastes 9:11
This verse states that wealth or success is not always determined by one's righteousness or efforts but often by time and chance.
Ecclesiastes 9:11: I returned, and saw under the sun, that the race [is] not to the swift, nor the battle to the strong, neither yet bread to the wise, nor yet riches to men of understanding, nor yet favour to men of skill; but time and chance happeneth to them all.
Contradiction with Luke 6:20
This verse blesses the poor because theirs is the kingdom of God, suggesting that spiritual wealth is more significant than material wealth, contrasting the idea of treasures being in the house of the righteous.
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 highlights that the poor are rich in faith and heirs of the kingdom, indicating that material wealth is not a sign of divine favor.
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 Matthew 19:24
This verse suggests that it is difficult for the wealthy to enter the kingdom of heaven, contradicting the idea that treasures are inherently positive for the righteous.
Matthew 19:24: And again I say unto you, It is easier for a camel to go through the eye of a needle, than for a rich man to enter into the kingdom of God.