Contradiction with Matthew 13:31-32
Unlike Zechariah 4:11 which focuses on the symbolism of olive trees, this parable describes the growth of a mustard seed, omitting the symbolism of olive trees altogether.
Matthew 13:31-32: Another parable put he forth unto them, saying, The kingdom of heaven is like to a grain of mustard seed, which a man took, and sowed in his field:
Contradiction with Genesis 1:29
This verse refers to God giving every seed-bearing plant for food, contrasting with Zechariah 4:11 where olive trees have a spiritual metaphor rather than a practical use.
Genesis 1:29: And God said, Behold, I have given you every herb bearing seed, which [is] upon the face of all the earth, and every tree, in the which [is] the fruit of a tree yielding seed; to you it shall be for meat. [bearing...: Heb. seeding seed] [yielding...: Heb. seeding seed]
Contradiction with Judges 9:8-9
In this parable, the olive tree refuses to be king over the trees, emphasizing its value in producing oil, while Zechariah 4:11 emphasizes the spiritual aspect of the olive trees' symbolism.
Judges 9:8-9: The trees went forth [on a time] to anoint a king over them; and they said unto the olive tree, Reign thou over us.
Contradiction with Matthew 21:19
Jesus curses the fig tree for not bearing fruit, while Zechariah 4:11 symbolically portrays olive trees without discussing their fruitfulness.
Matthew 21:19: And when he saw a fig tree in the way, he came to it, and found nothing thereon, but leaves only, and said unto it, Let no fruit grow on thee henceforward for ever. And presently the fig tree withered away. [a fig tree: Gr. one fig tree]
Contradiction with John 15:1-2
Jesus describes Himself as the true vine and mentions pruning branches, differing from Zechariah 4:11 where the focus is on the whole structure symbolized by olive trees.
John 15:1-2: I am the true vine, and my Father is the husbandman.