Contradictions and Paradoxes in Zechariah 2:13

Check out Contradictions Catalog of Zechariah 2:13 for the comprehensive list of verses that contradicts Zechariah 2:13. Some key contradictions and paradoxes are described below.

According to Zechariah, God is so powerful and special that everyone should be quiet and listen when He shows up to do something important. It's like when a big, important person comes to visit, and everyone stops to pay attention.

Zechariah 2:13: Be silent, O all flesh, before the LORD: for he is raised up out of his holy habitation. [his...: Heb. the habitation of his holiness]

Contradiction with Psalm 46:10

Zechariah 2:13 calls for silence because the Lord has arisen, while Psalm 46:10 encourages being still to recognize God’s sovereignty, which isn't a direct contradiction but a difference in reasoning for silence.

Psalm 46:10: Be still, and know that I [am] God: I will be exalted among the heathen, I will be exalted in the earth.

Contradiction with Proverbs 2:6

Zechariah 2:13 emphasizes silence before the Lord due to His presence, whereas Proverbs 2:6 emphasizes the importance of actively seeking wisdom from Him through words.

Proverbs 2:6: For the LORD giveth wisdom: out of his mouth [cometh] knowledge and understanding.

Contradiction with Isaiah 55:6

Zechariah 2:13 calls for silence in the face of God's action, but Isaiah 55:6 encourages seeking and calling upon the Lord, implying an active pursuit rather than silence.

Isaiah 55:6: Seek ye the LORD while he may be found, call ye upon him while he is near:

Contradiction with James 1:5

Zechariah 2:13 suggests silence in God’s presence, whereas James 1:5 invites believers to vocally ask God for wisdom, highlighting an active communication with God.

James 1:5: If any of you lack wisdom, let him ask of God, that giveth to all [men] liberally, and upbraideth not; and it shall be given him.

Contradiction with Hebrews 4:16

Zechariah 2:13 implies reverence through silence, while Hebrews 4:16 calls for boldness and confidence in approaching God, suggesting an openness in communication.

Hebrews 4:16: Let us therefore come boldly unto the throne of grace, that we may obtain mercy, and find grace to help in time of need.
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