Contradiction with Jeremiah 14:14
This verse contradicts Zechariah 13:5 by discussing false prophets, highlighting deceit in contrast to the denial of prophecy in Zechariah 13:5.
Jeremiah 14:14: Then the LORD said unto me, The prophets prophesy lies in my name: I sent them not, neither have I commanded them, neither spake unto them: they prophesy unto you a false vision and divination, and a thing of nought, and the deceit of their heart.
Contradiction with Deuteronomy 13:1-3
These verses describe a test of true prophecy, which contrasts with the renouncement of being a prophet as seen in Zechariah 13:5.
Deuteronomy 13:1-3: If there arise among you a prophet, or a dreamer of dreams, and giveth thee a sign or a wonder,
Contradiction with Ezekiel 13:6
This verse focuses on false visions and lies, which contrasts with the denial of false prophecy implied in Zechariah 13:5.
Ezekiel 13:6: They have seen vanity and lying divination, saying, The LORD saith: and the LORD hath not sent them: and they have made [others] to hope that they would confirm the word.
Contradiction with Matthew 7:15
Here, there’s a warning about false prophets, emphasizing the caution against them, unlike the personal denial of being a prophet in Zechariah 13:5.
Matthew 7:15: Beware of false prophets, which come to you in sheep's clothing, but inwardly they are ravening wolves.
Contradiction with 1 John 4:1
Encouragement to test the spirits to identify false prophets, contrasting with the straightforward renunciation of prophethood in Zechariah 13:5.
1 John 4:1: Beloved, believe not every spirit, but try the spirits whether they are of God: because many false prophets are gone out into the world.