Contradiction with Mark 14:3
This verse describes the woman anointing Jesus' head, while Matthew 26:7 mentions anointing his feet, creating a difference in the action described.
Mark 14:3: And being in Bethany in the house of Simon the leper, as he sat at meat, there came a woman having an alabaster box of ointment of spikenard very precious; and she brake the box, and poured [it] on his head. [spikenard: or, pure nard, or, liquid nard]
Contradiction with John 12:3
This verse specifies the woman as Mary and describes anointing Jesus' feet and the use of her hair, adding details not mentioned in Matthew 26:7, which doesn't specify the woman's identity or further actions.
John 12:3: Then took Mary a pound of ointment of spikenard, very costly, and anointed the feet of Jesus, and wiped his feet with her hair: and the house was filled with the odour of the ointment.
Paradox #1
The contradiction or inconsistency with Matthew 26:7 might involve the anointing of Jesus by a woman, which is described differently across the four Gospels (Matthew, Mark, Luke, and John). Each account varies in details such as the location, the identity of the woman, and the reaction of those present. This can lead to confusion about whether these are the same event or separate incidents.
Paradox #2
This verse presents a situation where a woman pours expensive perfume on Jesus. A potential contradiction or conflict might be the contrast between using luxurious items for a religious figure versus addressing the needs of the poor. Some might see a conflict between acts of reverence and practicality or charity.