Contradictions and Paradoxes in Zechariah 5:7

Check out Contradictions Catalog of Zechariah 5:7 for the comprehensive list of verses that contradicts Zechariah 5:7. Some key contradictions and paradoxes are described below.

According to Zechariah, God showed him a heavy piece of lead being lifted up, and inside a basket, there was a woman sitting. This image was meant to teach people that God sees bad things and will take them away to make things right.

Zechariah 5:7: And, behold, there was lifted up a talent of lead: and this [is] a woman that sitteth in the midst of the ephah. [talent: or, weighty piece]

Contradiction with 1 Corinthians 14:33

God is not the author of confusion, but Zechariah 5:7 involves mysterious imagery that can appear confusing.

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 19:26

Highlights that with God all things are possible, while Zechariah 5:7 suggests limitations by enclosing a talent of lead.

Matthew 19:26: But Jesus beheld [them], and said unto them, With men this is impossible; but with God all things are possible.

Contradiction with James 1:17

Every perfect gift is from above, yet Zechariah 5:7 appears to present a vision that involves judgment, which can be perceived as imperfect.

James 1:17: Every good gift and every perfect gift is from above, and cometh down from the Father of lights, with whom is no variableness, neither shadow of turning.

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