Contradiction with Matthew 6:19
This verse contradicts Psalms 62:10 by advising against laying up treasures on earth, while Psalms 62:10 warns against trusting in them if they increase.
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 12:15
This verse contradicts Psalms 62:10 by teaching against covetousness and emphasizing life’s value beyond possessions, whereas Psalms 62:10 warns about not setting heart on wealth if it increases.
Luke 12:15: And he said unto them, Take heed, and beware of covetousness: for a man's life consisteth not in the abundance of the things which he possesseth.
Contradiction with 1 Timothy 6:10
This verse emphasizes the love of money as a root of evil, while Psalms 62:10 warns against trusting in it if it increases.
1 Timothy 6:10: For the love of money is the root of all evil: which while some coveted after, they have erred from the faith, and pierced themselves through with many sorrows. [erred: or, been seduced]
Contradiction with Proverbs 11:28
This verse assures that trusting in riches leads to failure, contrasting Psalms 62:10 which warns against setting heart on riches even when they grow.
Proverbs 11:28: He that trusteth in his riches shall fall: but the righteous shall flourish as a branch.
Contradiction with James 5:1-3
This verse predicts misery for the rich due to hoarded wealth, contrasting with Psalms 62:10’s warning against setting the heart on increasing wealth.
James 5:1-3: Go to now, [ye] rich men, weep and howl for your miseries that shall come upon [you].
Contradiction with Luke 16:13
This verse states that you cannot serve both God and money, whereas Psalms 62:10 warns against trusting in wealth when it increases.
Luke 16:13: No servant can serve two masters: for either he will hate the one, and love the other; or else he will hold to the one, and despise the other. Ye cannot serve God and mammon.
Paradox #1
The potential contradiction could relate to the broader biblical teachings on wealth and trust. While Psalms 62:10 advises against setting one's heart on riches, other passages might emphasize the blessings of wealth or God's provision. The tension arises in balancing the caution against loving money with recognizing wealth as a potential blessing.
Paradox #2
The potential contradiction in this verse could be the tension between warning against putting trust in wealth while acknowledging the practical need for resources in daily life. People might find it conflicting to manage the balance between being cautious of wealth's allure and still needing to earn and save money for personal and family responsibilities. Additionally, it might seem inconsistent if religious contexts sometimes emphasize wealth as a blessing, potentially leading to mixed messages about its importance.