Contradiction with Exodus 20:15
Matthew 26:14 describes Judas negotiating to betray Jesus for money, which involves the act of stealing trust. Exodus 20:15 commands not to steal, highlighting the moral breach.
Exodus 20:15: Thou shalt not steal.
Contradiction with Proverbs 6:16-19
Matthew 26:14 involves Judas conspiring with chief priests, which aligns with acts of sowing discord and planning evil, both condemned in Proverbs 6:16-19.
Proverbs 6:16-19: These six [things] doth the LORD hate: yea, seven [are] an abomination unto him: [unto...: Heb. of his soul]
Contradiction with John 14:15
In Matthew 26:14, Judas's decision goes against the love for Jesus, contradictory to John 14:15, which emphasizes keeping commandments out of love for Christ.
John 14:15: If ye love me, keep my commandments.
Contradiction with 1 Timothy 6:10
Matthew 26:14 illustrates Judas's greed, seeking monetary reward, which contradicts the warning in 1 Timothy 6:10 about the love of money being the root of all evil.
1 Timothy 6:10: For the love of money is the root of all evil: which while some coveted after, they have erred from the faith, and pierced themselves through with many sorrows. [erred: or, been seduced]
Contradiction with James 1:14-15
The temptation and betrayal in Matthew 26:14 contradict the process described in James 1:14-15, which warns about desires leading to sin and death.
James 1:14-15: But every man is tempted, when he is drawn away of his own lust, and enticed.
Contradiction with 1 Corinthians 10:13
Matthew 26:14 presents Judas giving in to temptation, contrasting with 1 Corinthians 10:13, which assures that God provides a way to endure temptation.
1 Corinthians 10:13: There hath no temptation taken you but such as is common to man: but God [is] faithful, who will not suffer you to be tempted above that ye are able; but will with the temptation also make a way to escape, that ye may be able to bear [it]. [common...: or, moderate]
Contradiction with Romans 12:9
In Matthew 26:14, Judas's actions are insincere, conflicting with Romans 12:9, which advises to love sincerely and hate evil.
Romans 12:9: [Let] love be without dissimulation. Abhor that which is evil; cleave to that which is good.