Contradiction with Matthew 26:53
This verse contradicts John 18:12 by suggesting that Jesus had the power to call on angels for protection, implying a choice in not being bound, while John 18:12 describes His arrest.
Matthew 26:53: But how then shall the scriptures be fulfilled, that thus it must be?
Contradiction with John 10:18
This verse contradicts John 18:12 as it indicates that Jesus lays down His life voluntarily, whereas John 18:12 presents Him being arrested and bound.
John 10:18: No man taketh it from me, but I lay it down of myself. I have power to lay it down, and I have power to take it again. This commandment have I received of my Father.
Contradiction with Mark 14:49
This verse contradicts John 18:12 by suggesting that His arrest was a fulfillment of Scripture, in contrast to the criminal-like manner in which He was bound as described in John 18:12.
Mark 14:49: I was daily with you in the temple teaching, and ye took me not: but the scriptures must be fulfilled.
Contradiction with Luke 22:53
This verse contradicts John 18:12 by implying Jesus acknowledges their temporary power over Him as darkness reigns, compared to the binding described in John 18:12.
Luke 22:53: When I was daily with you in the temple, ye stretched forth no hands against me: but this is your hour, and the power of darkness.
Contradiction with John 18:6
This verse contradicts John 18:12 as it shows the power and authority of Jesus causing the arresting group to fall, contrasting with Him being bound in John 18:12.
John 18:6: As soon then as he had said unto them, I am [he], they went backward, and fell to the ground.