Contradictions and Paradoxes in Zechariah 10:5

Check out Contradictions Catalog of Zechariah 10:5 for the comprehensive list of verses that contradicts Zechariah 10:5. Some key contradictions and paradoxes are described below.

According to Zechariah, God's people will be strong like superheroes, defeating their enemies because God is helping them, and the riders on horses will be confused and lose. This shows that with God's help, they can be brave and win any battle.

Zechariah 10:5: And they shall be as mighty [men], which tread down [their enemies] in the mire of the streets in the battle: and they shall fight, because the LORD [is] with them, and the riders on horses shall be confounded. [the riders...: or, they shall make the riders on horses ashamed]

Contradiction with Matthew 5:44

Zechariah 10:5 speaks of battle and overcoming foes, while Matthew 5:44 teaches to love enemies and bless those who curse you.

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 12:19

Zechariah 10:5 implies taking victory over enemies, whereas Romans 12:19 advises against vengeance and leaving it to God's wrath.

Romans 12:19: Dearly beloved, avenge not yourselves, but [rather] give place unto wrath: for it is written, Vengeance [is] mine; I will repay, saith the Lord.

Contradiction with Matthew 26:52

Zechariah 10:5 depicts triumph in battle, while Matthew 26:52 warns that those who use the sword will perish by the sword.

Matthew 26:52: Thinkest thou that I cannot now pray to my Father, and he shall presently give me more than twelve legions of angels?

Contradiction with Luke 6:27

Zechariah 10:5 has a context of trampling adversaries, in contrast to Luke 6:27, which asks to love and do good to those who hate you.

Luke 6:27: But I say unto you which hear, Love your enemies, do good to them which hate you,

Contradiction with Proverbs 20:22

While Zechariah 10:5 discusses overcoming foes, Proverbs 20:22 advises to not repay evil but to wait for the Lord's deliverance.

Proverbs 20:22: Say not thou, I will recompense evil; [but] wait on the LORD, and he shall save thee.

Paradox #1

Zechariah 10:5 talks about victory in battle, portraying a strong and aggressive approach. A contradiction can be seen if this aggressive stance conflicts with the broader biblical teachings of peace and love. While some parts of the Bible promote peace and loving one's enemies, this verse's militant tone can seem inconsistent with those teachings.

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