Contradictions and Paradoxes in Zechariah 11:11

Check out Contradictions Catalog of Zechariah 11:11 for the comprehensive list of verses that contradicts Zechariah 11:11. Some key contradictions and paradoxes are described below.

According to the Christian perspective, Zechariah explains that when the special stick was broken, the poor and humble people who were patiently watching understood it was God speaking to them. This shows that sometimes God’s messages are recognized by those who are simple and trustful.

Zechariah 11:11: And it was broken in that day: and so the poor of the flock that waited upon me knew that it [was] the word of the LORD. [so...: or, the poor of the flock, etc. certainly knew]

Contradiction with Zechariah 11:7

This verse mentions feeding the flock, which suggests protection and care, unlike Zechariah 11:11 where the covenant is broken.

Zechariah 11:7: And I will feed the flock of slaughter, [even] you, O poor of the flock. And I took unto me two staves; the one I called Beauty, and the other I called Bands; and I fed the flock. [even...: or, verily the poor] [Bands: or, Binders]

Contradiction with Jeremiah 31:33

This verse discusses God making a new covenant, which contrasts with breaking a covenant.

Jeremiah 31:33: But this [shall be] the covenant that I will make with the house of Israel; After those days, saith the LORD, I will put my law in their inward parts, and write it in their hearts; and will be their God, and they shall be my people.

Contradiction with Hebrews 8:6

This verse speaks of a more excellent ministry and a better covenant, which contrasts with the breaking of covenants.

Hebrews 8:6: But now hath he obtained a more excellent ministry, by how much also he is the mediator of a better covenant, which was established upon better promises. [covenant: or, testament]

Contradiction with Psalm 89:34

This verse states that God's covenant will not be broken, directly contradicting the idea of breaking a covenant.

Psalm 89:34: My covenant will I not break, nor alter the thing that is gone out of my lips.

Contradiction with Ezekiel 37:26

This verse mentions a covenant of peace, contrasting the action of breaking a covenant in Zechariah 11:11.

Ezekiel 37:26: Moreover I will make a covenant of peace with them; it shall be an everlasting covenant with them: and I will place them, and multiply them, and will set my sanctuary in the midst of them for evermore.
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