Contradictions and Paradoxes in Zechariah 2:9

Check out Contradictions Catalog of Zechariah 2:9 for the comprehensive list of verses that contradicts Zechariah 2:9. Some key contradictions and paradoxes are described below.

According to Zechariah, this verse means that God will make the people who were mean and bad pay for what they did, and the ones who were hurt will win in the end. This will show everyone that God is powerful and really in charge.

Zechariah 2:9: For, behold, I will shake mine hand upon them, and they shall be a spoil to their servants: and ye shall know that the LORD of hosts hath sent me.

Contradiction with Matthew 5:39

Zechariah 2:9 speaks of God smiting enemies as an act of retribution, whereas Matthew 5:39 encourages turning the other cheek and not resisting evil.

Matthew 5:39: But I say unto you, That ye resist not evil: but whosoever shall smite thee on thy right cheek, turn to him the other also.

Contradiction with Romans 12:19

Zechariah 2:9 involves divine payback, but Romans 12:19 advises leaving vengeance to God, emphasizing not personally taking revenge.

Romans 12:19: Dearly beloved, avenge not yourselves, but [rather] give place unto wrath: for it is written, Vengeance [is] mine; I will repay, saith the Lord.

Contradiction with Proverbs 20:22

Zechariah 2:9 implies an active response to adversaries through divine intervention, while Proverbs 20:22 counsels against seeking immediate recompense, encouraging waiting for the Lord.

Proverbs 20:22: Say not thou, I will recompense evil; [but] wait on the LORD, and he shall save thee.

Contradiction with 1 Peter 3:9

Zechariah 2:9 suggests a retaliatory act against enemies, whereas 1 Peter 3:9 advises not to repay evil with evil or insult with insult.

1 Peter 3:9: Not rendering evil for evil, or railing for railing: but contrariwise blessing; knowing that ye are thereunto called, that ye should inherit a blessing.

Contradiction with Luke 6:27

Zechariah 2:9 indicates punitive action against adversaries, contrasting with Luke 6:27's encouragement to love and do good to one's enemies.

Luke 6:27: But I say unto you which hear, Love your enemies, do good to them which hate you,
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