Contradiction with Matthew 19:24
Zechariah 9:3 mentions Tyre's wealth, while Matthew 19:24 suggests that wealth can impede entering the kingdom of God, highlighting a potential spiritual disadvantage.
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.
Contradiction with 1 Timothy 6:10
Zechariah 9:3 talks about accumulated wealth, while 1 Timothy 6:10 warns that love of money is the root of all evil, presenting wealth as a moral risk.
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 Luke 6:24
This verse contrasts with Zechariah 9:3's depiction of riches by warning the rich of impending woes, implying a negative aspect to having wealth.
Luke 6:24: But woe unto you that are rich! for ye have received your consolation.
Contradiction with James 5:1-3
Zechariah 9:3 acknowledges riches, yet James 5:1-3 cautions against weeping and howling for the miseries that wealth may bring, indicating eventual ruin.
James 5:1-3: Go to now, [ye] rich men, weep and howl for your miseries that shall come upon [you].
Contradiction with Proverbs 11:4
Zechariah 9:3 focuses on the wealth of Tyre, but Proverbs 11:4 suggests that riches are worthless in the day of wrath, negating the perceived security wealth brings.
Proverbs 11:4: Riches profit not in the day of wrath: but righteousness delivereth from death.
Contradiction with Ecclesiastes 5:10
Zechariah 9:3 cites abundant wealth, yet Ecclesiastes 5:10 claims those who love wealth never have enough, showcasing dissatisfaction that contradicts the value of riches.
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 Mark 10:25
Contrasts Tyre’s confidence in riches from Zechariah 9:3 with Mark 10:25's metaphor about the difficulty for the rich to enter heaven, implying wealth as a hindrance.
Mark 10:25: 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.