Contradictions and Paradoxes in Mark 14:45

Check out Contradictions Catalog of Mark 14:45 for the comprehensive list of verses that contradicts Mark 14:45. Some key contradictions and paradoxes are described below.

According to Mark, this verse shows Judas greeting Jesus with a kiss to show the soldiers who to arrest. Even though Judas acted friendly, he was really helping the people who wanted to take Jesus away.

Mark 14:45: And as soon as he was come, he goeth straightway to him, and saith, Master, master; and kissed him.

Contradiction with Matthew 5:44

Mark 14:45 shows betrayal with a kiss, while Matthew 5:44 teaches to love enemies and bless those who curse you.

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 20:16

Mark 14:45 involves treachery, whereas Exodus 20:16 commands not to bear false witness, implying honesty and fidelity.

Exodus 20:16: Thou shalt not bear false witness against thy neighbour.

Contradiction with Proverbs 27:6

Mark 14:45 depicts the deceit of Judas's kiss, in contrast, Proverbs 27:6 suggests that wounds from a friend are faithful, implying sincerity and honesty.

Proverbs 27:6: Faithful [are] the wounds of a friend; but the kisses of an enemy [are] deceitful. [deceitful: or, earnest, or, frequent]

Contradiction with Romans 12:9

Mark 14:45 shows hypocrisy with a deceitful act, while Romans 12:9 urges love to be without dissimulation, promoting genuine love.

Romans 12:9: [Let] love be without dissimulation. Abhor that which is evil; cleave to that which is good.

Contradiction with Zechariah 8:17

Mark 14:45 is an instance of planning evil, whereas Zechariah 8:17 instructs against devising evil in one's heart against a neighbor.

Zechariah 8:17: And let none of you imagine evil in your hearts against his neighbour; and love no false oath: for all these [are things] that I hate, saith the LORD.

Paradox #1

Mark 14:45 describes Judas Iscariot betraying Jesus with a kiss. The contradiction here might be that a kiss, which is usually a sign of love and affection, is used as a tool for betrayal and deceit. This inconsistency might challenge the understanding of trust and the sincere use of gestures associated with love.

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