Contradiction with Proverbs 19:29
This verse states that judgments are prepared for scorners, suggesting that punishment is justified, contradicting 2 Chronicles 24:21 where Zechariah is killed for prophesying against the king's actions.
Proverbs 19:29: Judgments are prepared for scorners, and stripes for the back of fools.
Contradiction with Matthew 5:44
This verse teaches to love enemies and pray for persecutors, contradicting the violence shown in 2 Chronicles 24:21 against the prophet Zechariah.
Matthew 5:44: But I say unto you, Love your enemies, bless them that curse you, do good to them that hate you, and pray for them which despitefully use you, and persecute you;
Contradiction with Exodus 20:13
This verse explicitly commands "Thou shalt not kill," which contradicts the act of killing Zechariah in 2 Chronicles 24:21.
Exodus 20:13: Thou shalt not kill.
Paradox #1
2 Chronicles 24:21 talks about the execution of Zechariah, son of Jehoiada the priest. The contradiction here arises in the New Testament, specifically in Matthew 23:35 and Luke 11:51, where Jesus mentions the death of Zechariah. The potential inconsistency is about which Zechariah is being referred to, as the New Testament might seem to refer to a different Zechariah, son of Berechiah, as mentioned in Zechariah 1:1. This creates a name and identity confusion among biblical scholars.
Paradox #2
This verse might show a contradiction because it involves a situation where a righteous person is unjustly punished, which conflicts with the idea that good deeds and righteousness should be rewarded. This could challenge the belief in fairness and justice in moral law.