Contradiction with Matthew 5:44
While Mark 3:6 describes plotting to destroy, Matthew 5:44 advocates for loving enemies and praying for those who persecute, promoting forgiveness.
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 12:18-19
Mark 3:6 shows a vengeful plan, but Romans 12:18-19 teaches to live peaceably and leave vengeance to God.
Romans 12:18-19: If it be possible, as much as lieth in you, live peaceably with all men.
Contradiction with Exodus 20:13
Mark 3:6 involves a plot to destroy life, whereas Exodus 20:13 explicitly commands not to kill.
Exodus 20:13: Thou shalt not kill.
Contradiction with Luke 6:27-28
Mark 3:6 indicates harming others, but Luke 6:27-28 instructs to do good to those who hate you.
Luke 6:27-28: But I say unto you which hear, Love your enemies, do good to them which hate you,
Contradiction with John 13:34
Mark 3:6 contrasts with the command in John 13:34 to love one another as Jesus loved, suggesting the opposite of seeking to harm.
John 13:34: A new commandment I give unto you, That ye love one another; as I have loved you, that ye also love one another.
Contradiction with Proverbs 24:29
Mark 3:6 endorses revenge, while Proverbs 24:29 advises against saying, "I will do to him as he has done to me."
Proverbs 24:29: Say not, I will do so to him as he hath done to me: I will render to the man according to his work.
Contradiction with 1 Thessalonians 5:15
Mark 3:6 shows seeking harm, whereas 1 Thessalonians 5:15 encourages seeking good for each other and everyone else.
1 Thessalonians 5:15: See that none render evil for evil unto any [man]; but ever follow that which is good, both among yourselves, and to all [men].
Contradiction with 1 Peter 3:9
Mark 3:6 depicts plotting retaliation, but 1 Peter 3:9 advises not to repay evil for evil, but to bless instead.
1 Peter 3:9: Not rendering evil for evil, or railing for railing: but contrariwise blessing; knowing that ye are thereunto called, that ye should inherit a blessing.
Paradox #1
Mark 3:6 might be seen as inconsistent with teachings about peace and forgiveness. The verse involves plotting harm against someone, which conflicts with messages elsewhere in the Bible that advocate for love, forgiveness, and reconciliation.
Paradox #2
The contradiction in this verse arises from the religious leaders planning harm against someone who promotes doing good and showing compassion. It highlights a clash between their rigid adherence to rules and the broader moral principle of kindness and justice.