Contradictions and Paradoxes in Mark 15:7

Check out Contradictions Catalog of Mark 15:7 for the comprehensive list of verses that contradicts Mark 15:7. Some key contradictions and paradoxes are described below.

According to the author of the book of Mark, Barabbas was a man who did something very bad and was in trouble with the leaders because he had hurt people during a rebellion. He was in prison with others who were also in trouble for causing trouble.

Mark 15:7: And there was [one] named Barabbas, [which lay] bound with them that had made insurrection with him, who had committed murder in the insurrection.

Contradiction with Exodus 20:13

Mark 15:7 mentions a murderer named Barabbas, but Exodus 20:13 commands "Thou shalt not kill," highlighting the contradiction between the law and the actions of Barabbas.

Exodus 20:13: Thou shalt not kill.

Contradiction with Matthew 5:44

Mark 15:7 involves an insurrectionist, while Matthew 5:44 teaches to "love your enemies," contrasting with Barabbas's rebellion against authorities.

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 Romans 13:1-2

Mark 15:7 describes a man involved in uprising, whereas Romans 13:1-2 instructs to be subject to governing authorities, indicating a contradiction with Barabbas's actions.

Romans 13:1-2: Let every soul be subject unto the higher powers. For there is no power but of God: the powers that be are ordained of God. [ordained: or, ordered]

Contradiction with 1 Peter 2:13-14

Mark 15:7 depicts a rebellion against rulers, but 1 Peter 2:13-14 advises submission to every human authority, conflicting with Barabbas's insurrection.

1 Peter 2:13-14: Submit yourselves to every ordinance of man for the Lord's sake: whether it be to the king, as supreme;
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