Contradiction with Matthew 5:39
Jesus teaches to turn the other cheek, yet He is struck in John 19:3.
Matthew 5:39: But I say unto you, That ye resist not evil: but whosoever shall smite thee on thy right cheek, turn to him the other also.
Contradiction with Isaiah 53:7
Describes the suffering servant as silent, but in John 19:3 Jesus does not remain silent after being struck.
Isaiah 53:7: He was oppressed, and he was afflicted, yet he opened not his mouth: he is brought as a lamb to the slaughter, and as a sheep before her shearers is dumb, so he openeth not his mouth.
Contradiction with Luke 6:28
Instructs to bless those who curse you, contrasted with the mocking in John 19:3.
Luke 6:28: Bless them that curse you, and pray for them which despitefully use you.
Contradiction with 1 Peter 2:23
Jesus is described as not retaliating, yet He is mocked and hit in John 19:3.
1 Peter 2:23: Who, when he was reviled, reviled not again; when he suffered, he threatened not; but committed [himself] to him that judgeth righteously: [himself: or, his cause]
Contradiction with Proverbs 24:17
Advises against rejoicing over enemies' downfall, while Jesus' enemies mock him in John 19:3.
Proverbs 24:17: Rejoice not when thine enemy falleth, and let not thine heart be glad when he stumbleth:
Paradox #1
John 19:3 involves soldiers mocking Jesus by calling him "King of the Jews" and physically abusing him. The contradiction or conflict here could be seen in the behavior of the soldiers, who are mocking someone who preached love, compassion, and forgiveness. The inconsistency lies in the cruel treatment of a figure who represents peace and kindness, highlighting the contrast between Jesus's teachings and the actions of those who persecute him.