Contradiction with Proverbs 16:7
This verse states that when a man's ways please the Lord, He makes even his enemies to be at peace with him, contrasting with Mark 15:11's depiction of the chief priests stirring up the crowd against Jesus.
Proverbs 16:7: When a man's ways please the LORD, he maketh even his enemies to be at peace with him.
Contradiction with Matthew 5:44
This verse instructs to love your enemies and bless those who curse you, contradicting the actions in Mark 15:11 where the crowd is incited to harm Jesus.
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 James 3:17
This verse describes wisdom from above as peaceable and gentle, opposing the behavior in Mark 15:11 where chaos and manipulation take place.
James 3:17: But the wisdom that is from above is first pure, then peaceable, gentle, [and] easy to be intreated, full of mercy and good fruits, without partiality, and without hypocrisy. [partiality: or, wrangling]
Contradiction with Romans 12:19
This verse speaks against taking revenge and leaving room for God's wrath, contrasting with the vengeful attitude seen in Mark 15:11.
Romans 12:19: Dearly beloved, avenge not yourselves, but [rather] give place unto wrath: for it is written, Vengeance [is] mine; I will repay, saith the Lord.
Contradiction with Exodus 23:2
This verse advises against following a crowd to do evil, directly contradicting the actions encouraged by the chief priests in Mark 15:11.
Exodus 23:2: Thou shalt not follow a multitude to [do] evil; neither shalt thou speak in a cause to decline after many to wrest [judgment]: [speak: Heb. answer]
Contradiction with Matthew 27:19
Pilate's wife urges him to have nothing to do with Jesus's condemnation, contrasting with the chief priests' determination to have Jesus punished in Mark 15:11.
Matthew 27:19: When he was set down on the judgment seat, his wife sent unto him, saying, Have thou nothing to do with that just man: for I have suffered many things this day in a dream because of him.
Paradox #1
The contradiction or conflict in Mark 15:11 could be seen in the way religious leaders, who are expected to promote justice and truth, instead persuade the crowd to demand the release of a known criminal over an innocent man. This action can appear inconsistent with their role as moral guides and protectors of righteousness, as they are prioritizing their own interests over justice and truth.