Contradictions and Paradoxes in Mark 15:4

Check out Contradictions Catalog of Mark 15:4 for the comprehensive list of verses that contradicts Mark 15:4. Some key contradictions and paradoxes are described below.

According to Mark, Pilate was surprised that Jesus did not try to defend Himself even though many people were saying bad things about Him. Pilate was trying to understand why Jesus was staying quiet.

Mark 15:4: And Pilate asked him again, saying, Answerest thou nothing? behold how many things they witness against thee.

Contradiction with Matthew 27:14

Jesus answered nothing to any of the charges, contradicting the impression in Mark 15:4 that He might have said more.

Matthew 27:14: And he answered him to never a word; insomuch that the governor marvelled greatly.

Contradiction with Luke 23:9

When questioned by Herod, Jesus did not answer, conflicting with Mark 15:4 where Jesus is suggested to respond.

Luke 23:9: Then he questioned with him in many words; but he answered him nothing.

Contradiction with John 19:9

Jesus gave no answer to Pilate’s questions, which contradicts any implication in Mark 15:4 of Jesus responding.

John 19:9: And went again into the judgment hall, and saith unto Jesus, Whence art thou? But Jesus gave him no answer.
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