Contradictions and Paradoxes in Zechariah 11:12

Check out Contradictions Catalog of Zechariah 11:12 for the comprehensive list of verses that contradicts Zechariah 11:12. Some key contradictions and paradoxes are described below.

According to the prophet Zechariah, God's messenger asked people to value his work, and they gave him thirty pieces of silver, which shows how much they thought he was worth. Christians often see this as a sign predicting when Jesus would be betrayed for the same amount.

Zechariah 11:12: And I said unto them, If ye think good, give [me] my price; and if not, forbear. So they weighed for my price thirty [pieces] of silver. [If ye...: Heb. If it be good in your eyes]

Contradiction with Matthew 26:15

This verse mentions Judas Iscariot agreeing to betray Jesus for thirty pieces of silver, aligning with Zechariah 11:12 rather than contradicting it.

Matthew 26:15: And said [unto them], What will ye give me, and I will deliver him unto you? And they covenanted with him for thirty pieces of silver.

Paradox #1

The potential contradiction or conflict in this verse might relate to the concept of valuing someone's worth in terms of money, which can seem contradictory to moral teachings that emphasize human dignity and intrinsic worth beyond material value. This could lead to questions about fairness, equality, and the motives behind such transactions.

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