Contradiction with Isaiah 53:7
This verse describes the Messiah as silent before his oppressors, contrasting with Mark 15:18 where mockery occurs.
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 Matthew 27:12-14
Jesus remains silent before accusations, whereas in Mark 15:18, the soldiers speak mockingly to him.
Matthew 27:12-14: And when he was accused of the chief priests and elders, he answered nothing.
Contradiction with John 19:9
Jesus does not respond to Pilate, contrasting with the soldiers speaking to him in Mark 15:18.
John 19:9: And went again into the judgment hall, and saith unto Jesus, Whence art thou? But Jesus gave him no answer.
Contradiction with Luke 23:9
Jesus provides no answer to Herod, while in Mark 15:18, interaction occurs through mockery.
Luke 23:9: Then he questioned with him in many words; but he answered him nothing.
Paradox #1
The moral conflict in this verse could be seen in the act of mocking and showing disrespect, which contrasts with teachings of love, kindness, and respect for others. Mockery is generally against the principle of treating others as one would like to be treated.