Contradictions and Paradoxes in Matthew 26:47

Check out Contradictions Catalog of Matthew 26:47 for the comprehensive list of verses that contradicts Matthew 26:47. Some key contradictions and paradoxes are described below.

According to the author of the book, Matthew, Judas, a friend of Jesus, showed the people who were arresting Jesus which person he was by giving Jesus a kiss. This was a way for them to know exactly who to take away.

Matthew 26:47: Now he that betrayed him gave them a sign, saying, Whomsoever I shall kiss, that same is he: hold him fast.

Contradiction with John 18:3

This verse states Judas came with soldiers and officers from the chief priests and Pharisees, whereas Matthew 26:47 mentions a great multitude with swords and staves, omitting specifics on soldiers and officers.

John 18:3: Judas then, having received a band [of men] and officers from the chief priests and Pharisees, cometh thither with lanterns and torches and weapons.

Contradiction with Mark 14:43

This verse implies that those who came with Judas were from the chief priests, scribes, and elders, which is slightly different in composition compared to Matthew 26:47 that states just chief priests and elders.

Mark 14:43: And immediately, while he yet spake, cometh Judas, one of the twelve, and with him a great multitude with swords and staves, from the chief priests and the scribes and the elders.

Contradiction with Luke 22:47

This verse does not specify who accompanied Judas, only that he went before them, whereas Matthew 26:47 describes the multitude as being sent from the chief priests and elders.

Luke 22:47: And while he yet spake, behold a multitude, and he that was called Judas, one of the twelve, went before them, and drew near unto Jesus to kiss him.
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