Contradiction with John 7:30
John 7:30 describes how they sought to take Jesus, but no man laid hands on him because his hour had not yet come, suggesting a divine protection contrasting with Matthew 26:5's concern about public uproar.
John 7:30: Then they sought to take him: but no man laid hands on him, because his hour was not yet come.
Contradiction with Luke 22:53
Luke 22:53 mentions that it is the hour when darkness reigns, contradicting Matthew 26:5 which shows apprehension about seizing Jesus during the feast due to fear of the people.
Luke 22:53: When I was daily with you in the temple, ye stretched forth no hands against me: but this is your hour, and the power of darkness.
Contradiction with Acts 5:38-39
Acts 5:38-39 suggests leaving the disciples alone, implying divine approval will protect them, opposing Matthew 26:5's apprehension about fulfilling plans due to public displeasure.
Acts 5:38-39: And now I say unto you, Refrain from these men, and let them alone: for if this counsel or this work be of men, it will come to nought:
Contradiction with John 11:57
John 11:57 shows the chief priests and Pharisees commanding anyone who knows where Jesus is should report it, seeking action contrary to the hesitation seen in Matthew 26:5.
John 11:57: Now both the chief priests and the Pharisees had given a commandment, that, if any man knew where he were, he should shew [it], that they might take him.
Contradiction with Mark 14:2
Mark 14:2 directly mirrors Matthew 26:5, but if you consider the broader narrative, their plotting ultimately contradicts their fear of the people's reaction.
Mark 14:2: But they said, Not on the feast [day], lest there be an uproar of the people.