Contradictions and Paradoxes in Zechariah 12:13

Check out Contradictions Catalog of Zechariah 12:13 for the comprehensive list of verses that contradicts Zechariah 12:13. Some key contradictions and paradoxes are described below.

According to Zechariah, God wanted the family of Levi and the family of Shimei to have special times by themselves and with their wives to think about their actions and pray. He cared about each family being close to Him and having their own space to do this.

Zechariah 12:13: The family of the house of Levi apart, and their wives apart; the family of Shimei apart, and their wives apart; [of Shimei: or, of Simeon, as LXX]

Contradiction with Proverbs 13:10

This verse implies that wisdom is found in those who seek counsel, whereas Zechariah 12:13 refers to familial divisions without explicit mention of seeking or rejecting counsel.

Proverbs 13:10: Only by pride cometh contention: but with the well advised [is] wisdom.

Contradiction with Matthew 19:6

This verse emphasizes unity and not dividing what God has joined, contrasting with the theme of division in households found in Zechariah 12:13.

Matthew 19:6: Wherefore they are no more twain, but one flesh. What therefore God hath joined together, let not man put asunder.

Contradiction with 1 Corinthians 14:33

This verse states that God is not the author of confusion, whereas Zechariah 12:13 describes discord among families, which can be seen as contradiction.

1 Corinthians 14:33: For God is not [the author] of confusion, but of peace, as in all churches of the saints. [confusion: Gr. tumult, or, unquietness]

Contradiction with Matthew 10:35-36

While at first glance this seems similar, the contradiction arises in the context of Jesus bringing sword for specific purpose and Zechariah referring to a state without specific action.

Matthew 10:35-36: For I am come to set a man at variance against his father, and the daughter against her mother, and the daughter in law against her mother in law.

Contradiction with John 17:21

This verse emphasizes the desired unity among believers, contradicting the division highlighted in Zechariah 12:13 regarding different clans.

John 17:21: That they all may be one; as thou, Father, [art] in me, and I in thee, that they also may be one in us: that the world may believe that thou hast sent me.

Contradiction with Romans 12:18

Here the call is for living peaceably, contrary to the divisions described in Zechariah 12:13.

Romans 12:18: If it be possible, as much as lieth in you, live peaceably with all men.
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